Northern Arches, Zeta Moth
Apamea zeta is a medium-sized noctuid moth with a Holarctic distribution spanning Europe and northern North America. Adults are active from July to August in Britain and display variable gray-green forewings with distinctive black markings. The species exhibits notable morphological variation across its range, with several described forms and subspecies. Larvae are cutworms that feed on grasses, including fescues in alpine tundra habitats.
Banded Tiger Moth
Apantesis vittata, commonly known as the banded tiger moth, is a tiger moth in the family Erebidae described by Johan Christian Fabricius in 1787. It occurs in the southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States, with adults active from early spring through autumn. The species has a wingspan of 32–42 mm and larvae feed on various herbaceous plants including dandelions.
Terrenella Bee Moth
Aphomia terrenella, commonly known as the terrenella bee moth, is a small moth in the family Pyralidae. It occurs in eastern North America from the Great Lakes region south to Georgia. The species is associated with bee nests, where its larvae have been observed feeding on honeycomb and possibly bee larvae. Adults are active during late spring and summer.
Large-spotted Dart
Aplectoides condita is a noctuid moth native to North America, commonly known as the Large-spotted Dart. The species has a transcontinental distribution across central and southern Canada, with southern extensions into the eastern United States and the Rocky Mountain region. Adults are active from late spring through mid-summer. Larvae have been successfully reared on conifer hosts, showing a documented preference for tamarack over balsam fir.
Apogeshna acestealis is a moth species described by Walker in 1859. It is currently treated as a junior synonym of Apogeshna stenialis, commonly known as the checkered apogeshna moth. The species belongs to the family Crambidae and subfamily Spilomelinae. Records indicate it has been documented in Vermont and other parts of the United States.
Deceptive Apotomis
Apotomis deceptana is a small tortricid moth in the subfamily Olethreutinae, known from the Canadian prairie provinces. The species was described by Kearfott in 1905. Adults are active during summer months. Larval biology remains poorly documented, though congeners often feed on woody Rosaceae.
Funereal Apotomis Moth
Apotomis funerea is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae. Described by Edward Meyrick in 1920 from a basionym of Argyroploce funerea, this species occurs in boreal and temperate regions of North America. The common name "Funereal Apotomis Moth" reflects its dark, somber coloration. Like other members of genus Apotomis, it is associated with coniferous or mixed forest habitats where larval host plants occur.
Arachnis citra is a moth in the family Erebidae, described by Berthold Neumögen and Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1893. It was formerly treated as a subspecies of Arachnis picta but is now recognized as a distinct species. The species occurs in the southwestern United States and has two recognized subspecies.
Painted Tiger Moth
Arachnis picta is a moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Alpheus Spring Packard in 1864. Commonly known as the painted tiger moth, it is found in the Southwestern United States and bordering regions of Mexico. The species has a wingspan of approximately 50 mm and flies during the summer months. Six subspecies have been described, showing geographic variation across its range.
Archips myricana is a species of tortricid moth first described by McDunnough in 1923. It belongs to the leafroller genus Archips, whose larvae characteristically roll or fold leaves to create shelters while feeding. The species has been recorded from scattered localities across northern North America, including Maine, Montana, Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to have herbivorous larvae that feed on host plant foliage, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Arcutelphusa talladega is a species of moth in the family Gelechiidae. It is the sole member of its genus. The species was described in 2008 and is known from a limited distribution in the southeastern United States.
Areniscythris is a genus of small moths in the family Scythrididae, established by Powell in 1976. The genus contains two described species: A. brachypteris and A. whitesands, both associated with sandy habitats. The genus name references its association with sand (Latin 'arena' = sand).
Arenochroa flavalis is a small moth species and the sole member of its genus. It belongs to the family Crambidae, commonly known as grass moths. The species is found in arid regions of the southwestern United States and Mexico. It was first described by Fernald in 1894, originally placed in the genus Loxostege.
Argentostiria is a monotypic moth genus in the family Noctuidae, established by Robert W. Poole in 1995. The genus contains a single species, Argentostiria koebelei, described by Riley in 1893. It is endemic to the Mojave Desert of the United States.
bronze alder moth
Argyresthia goedartella, commonly known as the bronze alder moth, is a small moth species in the family Argyresthiidae. It is widely distributed across Europe and North America. The species is recognized by its distinctive coppery-golden Y-shaped wing marking and its association with birch and alder host plants. Adults are active from spring through autumn and have been observed feeding on nectar.
Argyrolacia bifida is a species of moth in the family Gelechiidae, and the sole member of its genus. It was described by Keifer in 1936 and is known from California, North America. As a gelechiid moth, it belongs to a large family of small moths commonly known as twirler moths. The genus name Argyrolacia derives from Greek roots suggesting silver (argyro-) and some form of covering or garment (lacia), though the specific meaning and relevance to the species' appearance is not documented in available sources.
Argyrostrotis is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, established by Jacob Hübner in 1821. The genus comprises six described species distributed in North America. Species within this genus are classified within the subfamily Erebinae, a diverse group of nocturnal moths commonly known as underwings or related forms.
Erasa Chocolate Moth
Argyrostrotis erasa is a small moth species in the family Erebidae, first described by Guenée in 1852. It occurs in the southeastern United States, ranging from North Carolina southward through Florida and west to Texas. The species is commonly known as the Erasa Chocolate Moth. The wingspan measures approximately 30 mm.
Yellow-lined Chocolate Moth
Argyrostrotis flavistriaria, commonly known as the yellow-lined chocolate moth, is a nocturnal moth species in the family Erebidae. First described by Jacob Hübner in 1831, it is primarily distributed in the southeastern United States. The species is notable for its specialized larval host relationship with Cyrilla racemiflora.
Hodges' Leafroller Moth
Argyrotaenia hodgesi is a small tortricid moth species described by Heppner in 1989. It occurs in the southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States. The species is named in honor of lepidopterist Ronald B. Hodges. Adults are active in mid-summer, with forewing lengths showing moderate sexual dimorphism.
Kimball's Leafroller Moth
Argyrotaenia kimballi is a small tortricid moth native to the southeastern and south-central United States. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 16–20 mm and have been recorded in flight throughout the year. The species was described by Obraztsov in 1961 and is named in honor of an individual with the surname Kimball.
Four-lined Leafroller Moth, Four-banded Leafroller, Lesser All-green Leafroller
A small tortricid moth native to North America, recognized by the four pale transverse lines on its forewings. Adults are active from May to August, with one generation per year. The species overwinters as a third-instar larva and is associated with orchards and shrubby habitats. Larvae feed on leaves of various woody plants in the rose family.
Yellow-winged Oak Leafroller Moth
Argyrotaenia quercifoliana, the yellow-winged oak leafroller moth, is a small tortricid moth found in eastern North America. Adults fly from May to July and are attracted to light. The species is associated with oak and witch-hazel, with larvae feeding on leaves of these host plants. It is one of numerous leafroller moths in the genus Argyrotaenia, many of which are economically significant orchard pests.
twirler moths
Aristotelia is a genus of small moths in the family Gelechiidae, commonly known as twirler moths. These microlepidoptera are characterized by their tiny size yet bold, exotic-looking markings. The genus contains approximately 35 named species in North America north of Mexico, with many additional species awaiting formal description. Aristotelia moths are attracted to blacklights and are frequently encountered during nocturnal insect surveys. Each species specializes on a particular host plant, though collectively the genus utilizes many plant families.
Aristotelia adenostomae is a small moth in the family Gelechiidae, commonly known as twirler moths. It was described by Keifer in 1933 and is known only from California. The species has forewings measuring 4.3–6 mm. Its larvae feed specifically on Adenostoma fasciculatum, a shrub in the rose family commonly called chamise or greasewood.
Aristotelia argentifera is a small moth in the family Gelechiidae, commonly known as twirler moths. It was described by August Busck in 1903 and is known from California and western Nevada. The species is notable for its distinctive wing pattern featuring metallic silvery and bluish iridescent scales. Larvae feed on Ericameria ericoides and Baccharis pilularis.
Aristotelia eumeris is a small moth in the twirler moth family Gelechiidae, described by Edward Meyrick in 1923. It occurs in the southwestern United States, specifically California and Arizona. The species has a wingspan of approximately 12 mm and exhibits distinctive wing patterning with white fasciae, blackish markings, and rosy dorsal tinging. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with specific host plants, though these remain undocumented for this particular species.
Stripe-backed Moth, White Stripe-backed Moth
Arogalea cristifasciella is a small gelechiid moth known as the stripe-backed moth or white stripe-backed moth. It is widely distributed across eastern and central North America, with records from over 25 U.S. states and Canadian provinces. The species is characterized by its small size, with forewings approximately 5 mm in length, and adults are active from January through August. It is frequently encountered at light traps and is one of many small moths that contribute to the high diversity of North American Lepidoptera.
Arotrura formidabilis is a species of moth in the family Scythrididae, described by Landry in 1991. The genus Arotrura belongs to a group of small moths commonly known as flower moths. The specific epithet 'formidabilis' suggests formidable or impressive characteristics, though detailed documentation of this species remains limited in published literature.
Arta brevivalvalis is a species of pyralid moth endemic to Arizona, United States. It was described by Cashatt in 2012. The species is characterized by distinctive wing coloration: forewings are reddish brown to purplish brown with ochreous antemedial and postmedial lines, while the hindwings are greyish brown.
Watson's Arugisa Moth
Arugisa latiorella, known as Watson's Arugisa Moth, is a small erebid moth native to North America. First described by Francis Walker in 1863, it has been recorded across the southeastern and central United States. Adults are active nearly year-round, and the larvae feed on Kentucky bluegrass.
Common Arugisa Moth
Arugisa lutea is a small moth in the family Erebidae, first described by John B. Smith in 1900. It is widely distributed across the eastern and central United States. The species exhibits extended adult activity in southern portions of its range, with year-round flight recorded in Florida.
Asaphocrita is a genus of moths in the family Blastobasidae, established by Edward Meyrick in 1931. The genus contains numerous species, though many remain poorly documented. Blastobasidae moths are generally small with relatively plain coloration. Asaphocrita species are found in Southeast Asia based on available distribution records.
Asaphocrita busckiella-complex is a species complex within the moth family Blastobasidae. The group comprises morphologically similar species that have been historically treated as a single taxonomic unit. Species in this complex are small, inconspicuous moths. Taxonomic resolution of the constituent species remains incomplete.
Asaphocrita nr-aphidiella-one is an undescribed or near-species entity within the genus Asaphocrita, a group of small moths in the family Blastobasidae. The 'nr' designation indicates it is near to, but not definitively identified as, Aphidiella species. Blastobasidae are generally small, inconspicuous moths with reduced wing venation. This taxon is known from molecular or morphological sequencing data rather than formal description.
Asaphocrita unidentified-sp-two is an undescribed species of moth in the family Blastobasidae. The genus Asaphocrita comprises small, often drab-colored moths that are frequently overlooked due to their inconspicuous appearance. This particular species has not been formally described in scientific literature, and its distinguishing characteristics remain undocumented. Specimens may exist in collections awaiting taxonomic study.
black witch, black witch moth, mariposa de la muerte, duppy bat, mariposa-bruxa, ura, money moth, money bat
The black witch moth (Ascalapha odorata) is a large, bat-shaped nocturnal moth and the largest noctuoid in the continental United States. Females reach wingspans up to 24 cm, while males are smaller at approximately 12 cm. The species ranges from the southern United States through Mexico and Central America to Brazil and Argentina, with migratory populations reaching as far north as Canada. It holds prominent cultural significance across Latin America and the Caribbean, where it is widely associated with death, misfortune, and spiritual beliefs.
Aseptis characta is a noctuid moth species widespread across western North America, ranging from British Columbia to southern California. Adults are active from April through August depending on elevation and latitude, with earlier emergence in drier habitats. The species inhabits arid environments including sagebrush steppe and juniper woodlands from sea level to 2,500 meters elevation.
Aseptis harpi is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Crabo and Mustelin in 2018. It belongs to the genus Aseptis, which comprises noctuid moths commonly known as false underwings. The species is part of the subfamily Acronictinae, a group of owlet moths. As a recently described species, published knowledge about its biology and distribution remains limited.
Aseptis murina is a noctuid moth described by Tomas Mustelin in 2000. The species name refers to its smooth, mouse-like appearance. It is restricted to southern California, where it occupies a range of habitats from coastal chaparral to oak forest and mountain-desert transition zones at elevations up to 2000 meters. Adults are active from early May through July.
Aseptis pseudolichena is a noctuid moth endemic to southern California, first described in 2000. It occupies open pine-oak forest, foothill chaparral, and grassy scrub habitats across six counties. Adults are active from June to August and have been documented in only two iNaturalist observations, suggesting limited survey effort or naturally restricted abundance.
Aseptis susquesa is a noctuid moth described by John Bernhardt Smith in 1908. It occurs in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, inhabiting rocky desert and mountain-desert transition zones. Adults fly in spring, and larvae feed on specific desert shrubs.
Aspitates forbesi is a geometrid moth described by Munroe in 1963. It is recorded from North America and is assigned Hodges number 6716 in the North American Moth Photographers Group numbering system. The species belongs to the genus Aspitates, which is placed in the subfamily Ennominae of the family Geometridae.
Astrotischeria occidentalis is a small moth in the family Tischeriidae, described by entomologist Annette Frances Braun in 1972. The species is known from North America. Members of this family are commonly called trumpet leaf miner moths due to the distinctive feeding patterns of their larvae.
Atemelia is a genus of small moths within the family Praydidae (superfamily Yponomeutoidea). The genus was established by Herrich-Schäffer in 1853 and contains six described species distributed primarily in the Palearctic region, with records from northern Europe including Norway and Sweden. Species-level taxonomy has been subject to revision, with Atemelia formerly placed in Plutellidae by some sources.
Aterpia approximana is a species of tortricid moth in the subfamily Olethreutinae. Originally described as Olethreutes approximana by Heinrich in 1919, it was later transferred to the genus Aterpia. The species is known from limited collection records in the northeastern United States, particularly Vermont. Like other members of Olethreutinae, adults are likely small to medium-sized moths with characteristic tortricid wing posture at rest.
Atomopteryx is a genus of moths in the family Crambidae, subfamily Spilomelinae. The genus was established by Walsingham in 1891. It contains approximately ten described species distributed primarily in the Neotropical region. Species-level taxonomy and biology remain poorly documented.
Primrose Cochylid Moth
Atroposia oenotherana, the Primrose Cochylid Moth, is a small tortricid moth in the tribe Cochylini. The species was originally described by Riley in 1881 as Conchylis oenotherana, and has since been transferred to the genus Atroposia. It is known from North America and has been documented in 615 iNaturalist observations.
Shaded Gold Spot
Autographa metallica, commonly known as the shaded gold spot, is a moth in the family Noctuidae. The species was first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1875. It occurs in western North America with a range extending from southern Alaska and coastal British Columbia south to central California, and eastward through the Rocky Mountains to central Colorado. Adults are active during mid-summer, with a wingspan of 38–40 mm.
Rusty Looper
Autographa rubidus, commonly known as the Rusty Looper, is a noctuid moth species native to North America. The species ranges from Newfoundland west across southern Canada to southeastern British Columbia, extending south to Maine and Minnesota. As a member of the Plusiinae subfamily, it shares the characteristic looper caterpillar morphology with related species. The specific epithet "rubidus" refers to a reddish or rusty coloration, though detailed adult morphology remains poorly documented in available sources.