litter moths
Hypenula is a genus of litter moths in the subfamily Herminiinae, family Erebidae. These moths are associated with forest floor habitats where their larvae feed on decaying plant matter. The genus was established by Grote in 1876 and contains multiple species distributed in North America.
Giant Leopard Moth, Great Leopard Moth, Giant Woolly Bear (larval stage), Black Woolly Bear (larval stage), Eyed Tiger Moth
Hypercompe scribonia, the giant leopard moth, is the largest eastern tiger moth in North America. Adults are striking white moths with black circular spots and bars, while larvae are known as giant woolly bears—large, densely hairy black caterpillars with red rings visible between body segments when curled. The species is nocturnal, with males frequently attracted to lights. Larvae overwinter and complete development in spring, feeding on a broad range of herbaceous and woody plants.
white-lined graylet, White-lined Graylets
Hyperstrotia nana, commonly known as the white-lined graylet, is a species of moth in the family Erebidae. It is native to North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 9035. The species was first described by Hübner in 1818 under the basionym Cryphia nana. Records indicate presence in the United States, including Vermont.
Dotted Graylet
Hyperstrotia pervertens, commonly known as the dotted graylet, is a small moth in the family Erebidae. It was first described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough in 1918. The species is distributed across eastern North America in woodland and forest habitats. It is a relatively well-documented species with over 1,500 observations on iNaturalist.
Black-patched Graylet, black-patched graylet moth
Hyperstrotia secta is a small moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Grote in 1879. It is widely distributed across eastern and central North America, with records spanning from New England to the Gulf Coast and west to Oklahoma. Adults are active during spring and summer months. The species is characterized by its small size and distinctive wing pattern featuring a black patch.
Hyperstrotia villificans is a small moth in the family Erebidae, subfamily Boletobiinae, described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1918 from North America. Originally described as Cryphia villificans, it was later transferred to the genus Hyperstrotia. The species belongs to the tribe Phytometrini, a group of generally small, nocturnal moths often associated with wooded or shrubby habitats.
andremona moth, Hypocala Moth
Hypocala andremona is a moth species in the family Erebidae, originally described by Stoll in 1781. It occurs in North America and has been studied in relation to persimmon cultivation in Brazil. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 8642.
Brown-streaked Rustic Moth
Hypocoena rufostrigata, commonly known as the Brown-streaked Rustic Moth, is a noctuid moth species first described by Alpheus Spring Packard in 1867. It is a North American species with a broad geographic range spanning from the Atlantic coast to Alaska and western North America. Adults have a wingspan of 26–30 mm and are active during summer months.
Cadaver Lichen Moth
Hypoprepia cadaverosa is a small moth in the family Erebidae, described by Herman Strecker in 1878. It is known from scattered localities in the western and south-central United States, with records from Colorado, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, South Dakota, and South Carolina. Adults are active from May to August and have distinctive pale ochreous wings marked with slate-colored bands.
Hypotrix lunata is a noctuid moth described by Smith in 1906. It is restricted to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, with records from the Chiricahua, Huachuca, and Santa Rita Mountains in Arizona south to Durango, Mexico. The species is notable for its distinctive wing pattern featuring fused black reniform and orbicular spots that form a characteristic mark. It is superficially unlike any other North American noctuid species, making it relatively easy to identify in the field.
Hypotrix optima is a small noctuid moth described by Dyar in 1920. It occurs in the southwestern United States and Mexico, with a range extending from southeastern Arizona and central New Mexico south to Mexico City. Adults are active during a narrow mid-summer window. The species has been subject to taxonomic revision, with some authorities placing it in the genus Eriopyga.
Yellow-fringed Dolichomia Moth, yellow-fringed dolichomia
A small pyralid moth of eastern North America, Hypsopygia olinalis is recognized by its distinctive yellow fringe along the wing margins. The species has a wingspan of 16–24 mm and exhibits a bimodal flight pattern with adults active from May through August in the northern part of its range and extending into September farther south. Larvae are documented feeders on Quercus species.
Small Necklace Moth
Hypsoropha hormos, the small necklace moth, is a moth species in the family Erebidae. Adults display a distinctive pattern of white spots forming a necklace-like band across brown wings. The species is found in the southeastern United States and has been documented feeding on persimmon. It is double-brooded, with adults active from February through October, peaking from April to August.
Hyssia is a genus of noctuid moths established by Guenée in 1852. Species in this genus are nocturnal. The genus contains at least six described species distributed across the Palearctic region.
Ianassa coloradensis is a moth species in the family Notodontidae (prominent moths), first described by Edwards in 1885. It belongs to the subfamily Heterocampinae, a group of moths whose larvae often exhibit distinctive defensive postures and feeding habits on woody plants. The species has been documented in 56 iNaturalist observations, suggesting it is encountered with moderate frequency by naturalists. As a member of Notodontidae, it is part of a diverse family of moths found primarily in forested and wooded habitats.
Ianassa diablo is a species of moth in the family Notodontidae, described by Miller and Franclemont in 2021. It belongs to the subfamily Heterocampinae, a group of prominent moths. The species epithet 'diablo' likely references Mount Diablo in California, suggesting a geographic connection to the type locality.
White-streaked Prominent, white-streaked prominent moth, lacecapped caterpillar
A medium-sized moth in the family Notodontidae, commonly known as the White-streaked Prominent or lacecapped caterpillar. Adults display distinctive white streaking on the forewings. The species is widespread in eastern North America, with larvae recognized by their unique 'lace cap' appearance. The species has been subject to taxonomic revision, formerly placed in the genus Oligocentria.
red-and-white wave
Idaea basinta is a geometrid moth species commonly known as the red-and-white wave. First described by William Schaus in 1901, this moth occurs across Central and North America. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 7110.
Single-dotted Wave
Idaea dimidiata is a small Geometrid moth with a Holarctic distribution. Adults are active from June to August and are attracted to light. The species has shown significant phenological shifts in response to climate change over recent decades.
Kendall's Wave
Idaea kendallaria (Kendall's Wave) is a species of geometrid moth described by Covell in 2015. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as geometer or inchworm moths, and the subfamily Sterrhinae. The species is placed in the genus Idaea, a large and diverse group of small moths often referred to as waves or carpets due to their characteristic wing patterns. As a relatively recently described species, detailed information about its biology and ecology remains limited.
Idaea rotundopennata is a species of moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Packard in 1876 under the basionym Acidalia rotundopennata. It belongs to the large genus Idaea, commonly known as wave moths or carpet moths, which are characterized by their relatively small size and broad, often rounded wings. The species has been documented in the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.
Idaea skinnerata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Sterrhinae. The species was described by Grossbeck in 1907. Like other members of the genus Idaea, it is a small moth with relatively broad wings. The genus Idaea is diverse and widespread, with many species exhibiting subtle differences in wing pattern and coloration that require careful examination for identification.
Violet Wave
Idaea violacearia is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, commonly known as the Violet Wave. It is found in North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 7120. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1861.
litter moths, American idia moths
Idia is a genus of litter moths in the family Erebidae, subfamily Herminiinae. These moths are primarily nocturnal and are commonly attracted to light sources. The genus includes the well-known American Idia Moth (Idia americalis) and related species. Members of this genus are found across North America and are frequently documented in citizen science projects such as iNaturalist.
Inopsis is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, subfamily Arctiinae, and tribe Lithosiini. The genus was established by Felder in 1874 and contains five described species distributed in the Neotropical region. These moths belong to the lichen moth group (Lithosiini), which are generally small to medium-sized with cryptic coloration.
Inopsis funerea is a moth species in the family Erebidae, first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1883. The species is known from very few records in North America, specifically Arizona and South Carolina, indicating a disjunct or poorly sampled distribution. Adults have been documented in June, suggesting a restricted seasonal flight period. The genus Inopsis belongs to the tribe Lithosiini, a group of lichen moths typically characterized by muted coloration and cryptic patterning.
Interjectio denticulella is a small snout moth in the family Pyralidae, subfamily Phycitinae. It was described by Émile Louis Ragonot in 1887. The species is known from western North America, with records from California and Saskatchewan.
Ipnista is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, subfamily Calpinae, described by William Schaus in 1916. The genus contains at least two described species: Ipnista marina (described by H. Druce in 1891) and Ipnista tucumana (described by Schaus in 1933). It belongs to the diverse moth superfamily Noctuoidea.
mountain mahogany looper moth
Iridopsis clivinaria is a geometrid moth commonly known as the mountain mahogany looper moth. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 22–25 mm. The species has a single annual generation and is active from spring through early summer. Larvae are specialized feeders on woody shrubs in western North America.
cypress looper
Iridopsis cypressaria is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. The species was described by Grossbeck in 1917. It is recorded from North America. The MONA or Hodges number for this species is 6571.
Iridopsis dataria is a geometrid moth species distributed across North and Central America. The species was described by Grote in 1882 and is classified within the subfamily Ennominae. Larvae of related Iridopsis species have been documented as occasional pests of soybean, though specific records for I. dataria on this host are limited. The species is recognized by taxonomic authorities including Catalogue of Life and GBIF.
Brown-shaded Gray, brown-shaded gray moth
Iridopsis defectaria is a geometrid moth commonly known as the Brown-shaded Gray. It is widely distributed across eastern and central North America, ranging from Pennsylvania west to Iowa and Kansas, south to Texas, and east to Florida. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The species was previously classified under the genus Anacamptodes, which has since been synonymized with Iridopsis.
Tarnished Gray
Iridopsis emasculatum is a geometrid moth species in the subfamily Ennominae, commonly known as the Tarnished Gray. It occurs in North America and is one of numerous species in the genus Iridopsis, which includes several soybean-associated caterpillars. The species was described by Dyar in 1904.
Oblique Looper Moth
Iridopsis obliquaria, commonly known as the oblique looper moth, is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. The species is recorded from North America and Middle America. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6577. Larvae of related Iridopsis species have been documented feeding on soybean, though specific host associations for I. obliquaria remain poorly documented.
Iridopsis perfectaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was originally described as Anacamptodes perfectaria by McDunnough in 1940 and later transferred to the genus Iridopsis. The species belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, which contains many twig-mimicking caterpillars. It is distributed in North America and Middle America.
Iscadia aperta is a moth in the family Nolidae, first described by Francis Walker in 1857. It belongs to the subfamily Eligminae and has a broad distribution spanning the southwestern United States through Central America, South America, and the Caribbean islands. The species is documented in 85 iNaturalist observations, indicating it is encountered with moderate frequency by naturalists.
Isogona is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, erected by Achille Guenée in 1852. The genus has undergone taxonomic reclassification, previously placed in Phytometrinae within Erebidae or in Calpinae within the former family Noctuidae. Seven species are currently recognized, distributed primarily in North America. The genus includes the thin-lined owlet moth (Isogona tenuis) and Snow's owlet moth (Isogona snowi).
Isogona scindens is a noctuid moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Francis Walker in 1858. It has a broad Neotropical distribution spanning from the southern United States through Central America to Paraguay, with established populations on multiple Caribbean islands. The species is relatively well-documented, with over 800 observations recorded on iNaturalist.
Isogona texana is a small moth in the family Erebidae, subfamily Calpinae. The species was described by Smith in 1900 and is known from Texas. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 24 mm. This species belongs to a genus of moths commonly known as owlet moths, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Isophrictis similiella is a small gelechiid moth described by V.T. Chambers in 1872. It is known from scattered localities across central and eastern North America. The species has a wingspan of approximately 11 mm. Larvae are documented to bore into the receptacles of Solanum carolinense (Carolina horsenettle) and the flowerheads of Rudbeckia hirta (black-eyed Susan).
Kakopoda is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, subfamily Calpinae. The genus was erected by J. B. Smith in 1900 and contains five described species distributed from the southern United States through Central America and into northern South America. The genus is placed within the superfamily Noctuoidea. Most documented records for the genus come from the species Kakopoda progenies.
eggplant leafminer moth
Keiferia glochinella, known as the eggplant leafminer moth, is a small gelechiid moth native to the southwestern United States. Adults are grayish with variable mottling. The species is notable for its larval leaf-mining behavior on Solanum carolinense. Misidentifications have led to false records outside its confirmed western range.
Common Swift Moth
Korscheltellus lupulina, commonly known as the Common Swift Moth, is a hepialid moth native to Europe and parts of northern Asia. It was previously classified in the genus Hepialus but was moved to Korscheltellus based on morphological and phylogenetic studies. The species is frequently observed and often abundant across its range. It is one of several swift moth species characterized by rapid, darting flight patterns and reduced mouthparts in the adult stage.
La is a genus of moths in the family Crambidae, described by Stanisław Błeszynski in 1966. The genus contains four species, all of which have been given punning names. These moths belong to the grass moth family Crambidae, a large group within the order Lepidoptera. The genus is recognized in major taxonomic databases including GBIF and Catalogue of Life.
owlet moths
Lacinipolia is a genus of owlet moths in the family Noctuidae, established by McDunnough in 1937. The genus contains approximately 80 species, primarily distributed in North America. Adults are nocturnal and frequently attracted to blacklights. Species identification typically requires examination of genitalia or other microscopic features, as external morphology alone is often insufficient for reliable determination.
cutworm moth, dart moth
Lacinipolia aileenae is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Selman & Leuschner in 2001. It belongs to a genus whose members are commonly known as cutworm or dart moths. The species is documented from North America, with a MONA/Hodges number of 10406.6. Like other Lacinipolia species, adults are attracted to blacklights and show considerable variation in coloration.
Snaky Arches Moth, snaky arches
Lacinipolia anguina is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the Snaky Arches Moth. It belongs to a genus of cutworm or dart moths, though specific biological details for this species remain limited. The species was described by Grote in 1881 and occurs across North America.
Cuneate Arches Moth
Lacinipolia cuneata, commonly known as the Cuneate Arches Moth, is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae. It is found in North America and is one of several larger Lacinipolia species that can be attracted to blacklights. The species was originally described as Mamestra cuneata by Grote in 1873. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10371.
red-spot polia, Red-spot Polia Moth
Lacinipolia davena is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the red-spot polia. It is one of the larger moths in the genus Lacinipolia, which are frequently attracted to blacklights at night. The species was first described by Smith in 1901. Adults are difficult to distinguish from other Lacinipolia species by appearance alone.
Lustrous Arches
Lacinipolia lustralis is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, commonly known as the Lustrous Arches. It is found in North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). Like other members of the genus Lacinipolia, it is nocturnal and attracted to lights. The species was originally described by Grote in 1875 under the basionym Dianthoecia lustralis.
