Melipotis prolata is a species of moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Francis Walker in 1858. It is native to North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 8606. The species belongs to a genus of nocturnal moths commonly known as underwings or related forms, though specific ecological details for this particular species remain poorly documented in available literature.
Menestomorpha oblongata is a small moth in the family Depressariidae, first described by Walsingham in 1907. It is known from limited records in Florida, Arizona, and California. The species has a wingspan of approximately 15 mm and distinctive forewing patterning with brown bands forming a V-shape. It has been reared from cynipid galls on Quercus (oak) species, indicating a specific ecological association with gall-forming wasps and their oak hosts.
common rustic
Mesapamea secalis, the common rustic, is a noctuid moth found across Europe, north-west Africa, Turkey, and northern Iran. It was first described by Linnaeus in 1758 and was formerly treated as conspecific with Mesapamea didyma and M. remmi, all three now recognized as distinct species. Adults fly from July to August, with larvae feeding on grass stems.
Mesepiola is a genus of small moths in the family Prodoxidae, first described by Davis in 1967. The genus includes at least one described species, Mesepiola specca, which occurs in arid regions of the southwestern United States. These moths are associated with monocot host plants in the genera Nolina and Dasylirion.
white-lined fungus moth
Metalectra albilinea, commonly known as the white-lined fungus moth, is a species of moth in the family Erebidae. It was described by Richards in 1941. The species is found in North America and has been assigned Hodges number 8504. Very few observations of this species have been recorded.
Metalectra cinctus is a species of moth in the family Erebidae, described by Smith in 1905. It belongs to the subfamily Boletobiinae and is found in North America. The species is assigned Hodges number 8508 in the North American moth numbering system. Available information about this species is limited, with only 12 documented observations on iNaturalist.
Common Fungus Moth
Metalectra discalis, known as the common fungus moth, is a small moth in the family Erebidae. It occurs across eastern and central North America, with adults active primarily during summer months. The species is notable for larval associations with fungi rather than plants.
Metalectra geminicincta is a moth species described by Schaus in 1916, belonging to the family Erebidae. The genus Metalectra comprises small to medium-sized moths, many with distinctive wing patterns. This species is recorded from North America. Information on its biology and ecology remains limited.
Metalectra miserulata is a moth species in the family Erebidae, first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1882. It is distributed across North America. The species was originally placed in the genus Homopyralis before being transferred to Metalectra. It is assigned Hodges number 8506 in the North American moth numbering system.
Four-spotted Fungus Moth
Metalectra quadrisignata, commonly known as the four-spotted fungus moth, is a species of moth in the family Erebidae. It was described by Francis Walker in 1858. The species is characterized by a wingspan of approximately 25 mm and is assigned Hodges number 8500. It is widely distributed across eastern and central North America.
Purplish Metarranthis Moth, purplish metarranthi
Metarranthis homuraria, commonly known as the Purplish Metarranthis Moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was originally described as Endropia homuraria by Grote & Robinson in 1868. The species is recorded across North America and is assigned Hodges number 6828 in the North American moth numbering system.
Live Oak Metria Moth
Metria amella, commonly known as the Live Oak Metria Moth, is a species of owlet moth in the family Erebidae. It is native to North America and is associated with live oak habitats. The species was described by Achille Guenée in 1852, originally placed in the genus Campometra. It is the sole species in the genus Metria, making it taxonomically distinctive among Erebidae.
Metria bilineata is a species of owlet moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Smith in 1899. It belongs to the subfamily Erebinae and is native to North America. The species is part of the diverse noctuid moth fauna and has been recorded across a broad geographic range on the continent.
Metrica kuschea is a species of moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. Originally described as Semiothisa kuschea by Guedet in 1939, it was later transferred to the genus Metrica. The genus Metrica is a small group within the diverse Geometridae family. Information on this species remains sparse, with minimal documented observations.
Triplex Cutworm Moth
Micrathetis triplex, commonly known as the Triplex Cutworm Moth, is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae. It is native to North America and has been documented in numerous observations. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1857.
Mimophisma delunaris is a moth species in the family Erebidae, originally described by Guenée in 1852 as Ophisma delunaris. The species has been recorded in North America and is represented by 447 observations on iNaturalist. Its taxonomic placement has been subject to revision, with some sources placing it in the genus Achaea rather than Mimophisma, contributing to its current 'doubtful' status in some taxonomic databases.
Rufous-banded Crambid Moth, Rufous-banded Pyralid Moth, Barberpole Caterpillar
Mimoschinia rufofascialis, commonly known as the Rufous-banded Crambid Moth, is the sole species in its genus. This crambid moth has been documented across a broad North American range from western Canada through the southwestern United States and into Mexico, as well as in the Caribbean. The species is attracted to artificial light sources and has been observed during summer moth surveys.
drab prominent
Misogada is a monotypic moth genus in the family Notodontidae, containing a single species, Misogada unicolor. The genus was erected by Francis Walker in 1865. Its sole species, commonly known as the drab prominent, was described by Alpheus Spring Packard in 1864 and is distributed across eastern and central North America.
Yellow Mocis Moth
Mocis disseverans, commonly known as the Yellow Mocis Moth, is a nocturnal moth in the family Erebidae. It occurs in the Caribbean and the southern United States, with documented populations in Florida, Texas, and Mississippi. The species has a wingspan of approximately 40 mm. Like other members of the genus Mocis, it is likely associated with grassland and open habitats.
Small Mocis Moth, Striped Grass Looper
Mocis latipes is a moth in the family Erebidae, commonly known as the Small Mocis Moth or Striped Grass Looper. It has a broad distribution across the Americas, from southern Canada through the United States and into Central and South America. The species is notable for its grass-feeding larval stage, which can include agricultural crops such as rice and corn.
Withered Mocis
Mocis marcida, the withered mocis, is a moth species in the family Erebidae. It occurs across the southeastern United States with multiple generations per year. The species is associated with grassland habitats where its larvae develop on grasses.
Texas Mocis Moth, Texas mocis
Mocis texana, commonly known as the Texas Mocis Moth, is a species of moth in the family Erebidae. It is distributed across eastern North America, ranging from southern Ontario south to Florida and west to Texas and Minnesota. The species has a wingspan of 42–50 mm and is active as an adult from April through September. Larvae feed on Digitaria species (crabgrass).
White-based Mompha
Mompha albocapitella is a small moth in the family Momphidae, commonly known as the White-based Mompha. The species was described by Chambers in 1875 and is part of a genus characterized by narrow wings and often striking wing patterns. It is relatively well-documented on citizen science platforms with over 1,000 observations, suggesting it is moderately common and detectable. Like other Mompha species, it is likely associated with specific host plants, though detailed natural history remains incompletely documented.
Bottimer's Mompha
Mompha bottimeri is a small moth in the family Momphidae, first described by August Busck in 1940. The species is named in honor of T. N. Bottimer, a Texas entomologist who collected the type specimens. It belongs to a genus of moths whose larvae are predominantly internal feeders on plant tissues, particularly stems and fruits. The species has been documented primarily from Texas and neighboring regions in the southern United States.
Montescardia is a genus of small moths in the family Tineidae, established by Amsel in 1952. The genus contains three described species distributed across Europe and North America. These moths are classified within the fungus moth family, though specific biological details for the genus remain limited in the literature.
A genus of small moths in the family Tineidae, established by Petersen in 1957. The genus has a wide distribution and contains at least eight species in Japan, including four described in a 2015 revision based on adult morphological characters. The Japanese fauna comprises M. ussuriensis, M. moriutii, M. occidentalis, M. meridianus, and four newly described species: M. breviculus, M. robinsoni, M. aquilonis, and M. yakuensis. A potential synapomorphy has been proposed for this genus, though details of larval biology and host associations remain undocumented.
Fluid Arches, Confused Woodgrain
Morrisonia is a genus of moths in the family Noctuidae, established by Grote in 1874. The genus currently contains five recognized species, including the well-known Morrisonia confusa (Confused Woodgrain) and Morrisonia latex (Fluid Arches). These moths are part of the diverse Noctuinae subfamily, commonly known as owlet moths. Some authorities treat Morrisonia as a synonym of Achatia.
Confused Woodgrain Moth, confused woodgrain
Morrisonia confusa is a noctuid moth known as the confused woodgrain, found across eastern North America. Adults are active in spring, with flight periods varying by latitude from April to June. The species is recognized by its moderate size and cryptic coloration. Larvae feed on a documented range of deciduous trees.
Bicolored Woodgrain Moth, bicolored woodgrain
A noctuid moth found across eastern and central North America, recognized by its moderate size and bicolored wing pattern. Adults fly in spring, with larvae reared on chokecherry.
Gray Woodgrain Moth, gray woodgrain
Morrisonia mucens, commonly known as the gray woodgrain moth, is a small noctuid moth with a wingspan of approximately 29 mm. It occurs across the southeastern and eastern United States, from coastal Massachusetts south to Florida and west to Texas. The species has one generation per year.
long-palped mycterophora
Mycterophora longipalpata is a small moth species in the family Erebidae, described by Hulst in 1896. It is commonly known as the long-palped mycterophora, a name referring to its elongated labial palps. The species occurs in North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 8415. It belongs to the subfamily Calpinae, a group of moths often associated with fruit-feeding habits.
Mycterophora monticola is a species of moth in the family Erebidae, subfamily Calpinae, described by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The specific epithet "monticola" (mountain-dwelling) suggests an association with montane habitats. Records indicate presence in North America. The genus Mycterophora belongs to a group of moths commonly known as underwings or related forms, though detailed natural history information for this particular species appears limited in available sources.
Mycterophora rubricans is a moth species in the family Erebidae, described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough in 1918. It belongs to the subfamily Calpinae, a group of moths commonly known as underwing or related moths. The species has been documented in North America based on occurrence records. Specific details regarding its biology and ecology remain limited in published literature.
Nacopa melanderi is a species of owlet moth (family Noctuidae) described by William Barnes and Foster Hendrickson Benjamin in 1927. It is native to North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 9828. The genus Nacopa is a small group within the large noctuid subfamily Noctuinae. Published observations of this species remain limited.
Nadata anastomosa is a species of prominent moth in the family Notodontidae, first described in 2018. It belongs to a genus whose caterpillars serve as hosts for certain parasitoid wasps. The species is part of the diverse Noctuoidea superfamily and has been documented through a limited number of observations.
Nasusina minuta is a small geometrid moth first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. It is restricted to arid regions of the southwestern United States, where adults are active primarily in spring with additional late-season emergences. The species is notable for its diminutive size among geometrid moths.
Nedra stewarti is a moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Grote in 1875. It is found in California and Oregon. The species belongs to the genus Nedra, which is part of the subfamily Noctuinae. Limited information is available regarding its biology, ecology, and specific habitat requirements.
little Carol's wasp moth, Florida eucereon
Nelphe carolina is a moth species in the subfamily Arctiinae, first described by Henry Edwards in 1887. It is known from southern Texas, Florida, Mexico, and Cuba. Adults have a wingspan of 31–34 mm and have been recorded on wing year-round. The larvae feed on Cynanchum species. The species is also known as the Florida eucereon or little Carol's wasp moth, and is currently placed in the genus Nelphe, though it was formerly treated under Eucereon.
Cypress Emerald, cypress emerald moth
Nemoria elfa, known as the cypress emerald moth, is a North American species of emerald moth in the family Geometridae. It was described by Ferguson in 1969. The species belongs to the genus Nemoria, a group of small green moths commonly called emeralds. It is assigned Hodges number 7029 in the North American moth numbering system.
Red-bordered Emerald
Nemoria lixaria, commonly known as the red-bordered emerald, is a small moth in the family Geometridae. It is recognized by its bright green coloration and distinctive red marginal banding on the wings. The species is widespread across North America and is frequently encountered by observers.
Texas Emerald
Nemoria zygotaria, commonly known as the Texas Emerald, is a species of emerald moth in the family Geometridae. The species was described by George D. Hulst in 1886 under the basionym Aplodes zygotaria. It is assigned Hodges number 7040 in the North American moth numbering system. The species occurs in North America.
Neodactylota egena is a small gelechiid moth described by Ronald W. Hodges in 1966. It is known from limited records in the southwestern United States, specifically California and Arizona. The species is characterized by its modest size and relatively plain gray-brown forewings with subtle discal markings.
Neogrotella is a genus of noctuid moths erected by William Barnes and Foster Hendrickson Benjamin in 1922. The genus contains three described species: N. confusa, N. macdunnoughi, and N. spaldingi. It is placed in the subfamily Grotellinae. The genus appears to be restricted to North America based on species authorship patterns.
Neoheliodines is a genus of small moths in the family Heliodinidae, described by Hsu and Powell in 2005. The genus is endemic to the Americas and contains five described species. Members of this genus are part of a family known for their often metallic or iridescent wing coloration.
Neoheliodines cliffordi is a species of moth in the family Heliodinidae, described by Harrison and Passoa in 1995. The genus Neoheliodines comprises small moths with distinctive wing patterns, though specific details for this species remain limited in published literature. It is part of a family known for metallic or iridescent markings, though species-level characteristics require direct specimen examination.
Neoilliberis fusca is a species of moth in the family Zygaenidae, first described by Edwards in 1885 under the basionym Pyromorpha fusca. It belongs to the subfamily Procridinae and tribe Procridini. The species is recorded in the Catalogue of Life and GBIF as accepted, with 119 observations documented on iNaturalist. As a zygaenid moth, it likely exhibits characteristics typical of forester and burnet moths, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Neoligia is a genus of owlet moths (Noctuidae) established by Troubridge and Lafontaine in 2002. The genus was erected to accommodate species previously classified in the 'semicana group' of the genus Oligia. It contains approximately 16 described species, most described in the same 2002 revision. The genus is part of the diverse subfamily Noctuinae.
Neoligia hardwicki is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Troubridge and Lafontaine in 2002. It belongs to the genus Neoligia, which comprises small nocturnal moths typically found in North American habitats. The species is currently accepted in taxonomic databases and is known to occur in North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain limited in available literature.
Northern Brocade
Neoligia semicana, commonly known as the Northern Brocade, is a species of noctuid moth described by Walker in 1865. It belongs to the genus Neoligia within the subfamily Noctuinae. The species is found in North America. As a member of the Noctuidae family, it shares characteristics typical of owlet moths, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Connected Brocade
Neoligia subjuncta, commonly known as the Connected Brocade, is a species of noctuid moth in the subfamily Noctuinae. It occurs across northern North America, with documented populations in the Canadian prairies and northern New England. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9412. As a member of the cutworm moth group, it is presumed to have nocturnal adult activity and larval development in herbaceous habitats.
