resplendent shield bearer
Coptodisca splendoriferella, known as the resplendent shield bearer, is a small moth in the family Heliozelidae. It was described by James Brackenridge Clemens in 1860. The species occurs in eastern and western North America.
Cornifrons phasma is a moth species in the family Crambidae, described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1917. It is known from a restricted range in western North America, specifically California and Nevada. Adults are active in spring and early summer, with a secondary flight period in September.
Corticivora is a genus of tortricid moths established by Clarke in 1951. The genus contains four described species: C. chica, C. clarki, C. parva, and C. piniana. Members belong to the tribe Grapholitini within the subfamily Olethreutinae. Observations suggest activity in forested regions of North America, with records from the United States, Sweden, and Norway.
Bronze-banded Corticivora Moth
Corticivora parva is a small moth species in the family Tortricidae, first described by Brown in 1984. It is commonly known as the Bronze-banded Corticivora Moth. The species belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Grapholitini, a group that includes many economically important fruit pests. As a member of the diverse tortricid fauna, C. parva contributes to the rich lepidopteran biodiversity documented in entomological collections and citizen science platforms.
Cosipara modulalis is a small crambid moth described by Eugene G. Munroe in 1972. It is known from a limited distribution in the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona and Colorado. The species has a wingspan of approximately 20 mm and appears to be active during mid-summer.
cutworm moth, dart moth
Cosmia praeacuta is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Smith in 1894. It is found in North America. The species is classified within the subfamily Noctuinae and tribe Xylenini. It is recognized by MONA/Hodges number 9814.
Cosmopterix quadrilineella is a small moth in the family Cosmopterigidae, first described by Chambers in 1878. The species is characterized by distinctive wing patterning with multiple white lines and metallic spots on bronze-brown forewings. Adults have a forewing length of approximately 4.2 mm. It is known from several southwestern and south-central U.S. states.
Coxina is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae, subfamily Calpinae, established by Guenée in 1852. The genus contains eight described species distributed from the southern United States through Mexico, Central America, and South America to Argentina. Species in this genus are nocturnal and belong to the diverse owlet moth group.
Pale Lichen Moth
Crambidia pallida, commonly known as the pale lichen moth, is a North American moth species in the family Erebidae. First described by Packard in 1864, it occurs across a broad geographic range spanning eastern and central North America. The species inhabits forest and woodland environments. As a member of the lichen moth tribe Lithosiini, adults are likely associated with lichen-based ecology, though specific life history details remain poorly documented in available sources.
Crambodes is a monotypic genus of noctuid moths containing a single species, Crambodes talidiformis. The genus was established by Achille Guenée in 1852. The sole species occurs in the eastern and central United States.
double-banded grass-veneer moth, Double-banded Grass-veneer
A small crambid moth of eastern North America, recognized by its distinctive wing pattern and slender resting posture. Adults are active during mid-summer months. The species was first described by J.B. Clemens in 1860 and remains common in open grassy habitats.
Crocidosema unica is a species of tortricid moth (family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, tribe Eucosmini) described by Heinrich in 1923. The species was originally described as Epinotia unica before being transferred to the genus Crocidosema. It belongs to a genus that includes several species associated with leguminous plants, including the economically significant bean shoot moth (Crocidosema aporema), a documented pest of soybean in South America.
Cryphia fascia
Cryphia fascia is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1903. It is recorded from North America and has been assigned the Hodges number 9288 in the Moth Photographers Group numbering system. The species belongs to the genus Cryphia, a group of moths whose larvae typically feed on lichens.
Veined Ctenucha Moth
Ctenucha venosa, commonly known as the veined ctenucha moth, is a diurnal moth in the family Erebidae. First described by Francis Walker in 1854, it is one of several North American Ctenucha species known for wasp-mimicking coloration. Adults are active from spring through late autumn with multiple generations per year. The species occurs across the southwestern United States and extends south through Mexico to Venezuela.
Camphorweed Owlet, camphorweed cucullia
Cucullia alfarata is a noctuid moth species found in North America. The common name 'Camphorweed Owlet' references its association with camphorweed (Heterotheca subaxillaris), a known host plant for larvae of this genus. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The species belongs to the subfamily Cuculliinae, a group whose larvae typically feed on the flowers and seeds of Asteraceae.
Cucullia basipuncta is a noctuid moth species described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1918. It belongs to the subfamily Cuculliinae, a group commonly known as hooded owlet moths. The species is known from North America, with 12 observations recorded on iNaturalist. Like other members of its genus, it likely exhibits the characteristic hooded resting posture with forewings folded over the body, though specific morphological details distinguishing it from congeneric species require examination.
A North American noctuid moth in the subfamily Cuculliinae, described by Barnes & Benjamin in 1923. The species belongs to a genus whose larvae typically feed on Asteraceae. Based on iNaturalist records, the species has been observed at least 13 times. The specific epithet 'cucullioides' suggests resemblance to another species or form within the genus.
Cucullia incresa is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Smith in 1910. It belongs to the subfamily Cuculliinae, a group commonly known as hooded owlet moths due to the characteristic projecting labial palps that form a 'snout' or hood-like structure. The genus Cucullia contains numerous species, many of which are associated with specific host plants, particularly in the Asteraceae family. This species is recorded from North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain poorly documented in available literature.
Cucullia mcdunnoughi is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, subfamily Cuculliinae. Described by Henne in 1940, it is distributed across North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 10208. As a member of the genus Cucullia, it belongs to a group of moths whose larvae typically feed on the flowers and seed heads of Asteraceae.
Omitted Cucullia Moth, Alberta falconer
Cucullia omissa is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Dod in 1916. It is distributed across central and northern North America, with records from the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, as well as the northeastern United States (Vermont). The species is one of approximately 100 recognized species in the genus Cucullia, a group of moths commonly known as 'falconers' due to their streamlined, aerodynamic appearance in flight.
Rusted Shark
Cucullia postera is an owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Guenée in 1852. It occurs across northern North America from the Canadian prairie provinces to the northeastern United States. The species is known to iNaturalist observers as the 'Rusted Shark' and has been documented in at least 20 observations. Its MONA (Moth Photographers Group) or Hodges number is 10198.
Cucullia pulla is a species of owlet moth in the family Noctuidae, first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1881. It is native to North America, with confirmed records from Saskatchewan and other parts of the continent. The species is assigned Hodges number 10180 in the North American moth classification system. As a member of the subfamily Cuculliinae, it belongs to a group of moths whose larvae typically feed on Asteraceae and related plant families.
Cucullia serraticornis is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae, described by Lintner in 1874. It occurs in North America and is assigned Hodges number 10184. As a member of the subfamily Cuculliinae, it belongs to a group of owlet moths commonly known as hooded owlets. The species is documented through observational records but detailed biological information remains limited in the available literature.
shark moth
Cucullia umbratica, commonly known as the shark moth, is a noctuid moth first described by Linnaeus in 1758. The species is widely distributed across Europe and has been recorded in North America. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The common name derives from the larval form, which has a distinctive shark-like profile.
Cypress Looper, White-spotted Cutina Moth
Cutina albopunctella, commonly known as the cypress looper or white-spotted cutina moth, is a species of moth in the family Erebidae. It is found in North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 8728. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1866.
leathery cutina moth
Cutina aluticolor, known as the leathery cutina moth, is a noctuid moth in the family Erebidae. The species was described by Pogue & Ferguson in 1998. It occurs in North America.
Distinguished Cypress Owlet, Distinct Cutina Moth
Cutina distincta is a species of owlet moth in the family Erebidae, native to North America. The species is assigned Hodges number 8729 in the North American moth numbering system. Commonly known as the distinguished cypress owlet or distinct cutina moth, it belongs to a genus of relatively small, nocturnal moths. The specific epithet 'distincta' refers to its distinguishing characteristics, though detailed morphological descriptions are not well documented in available sources.
Oregon Cycnia Moth
Cycnia oregonensis is a moth in the family Erebidae, subfamily Arctiinae. Adults are nearly uniform in color and pattern throughout most of their range, with forewings measuring 19–20 mm. The species has been observed feeding on Apocynum species as larvae. A distinct subspecies, C. o. tristis, occurs in a small area near Olympia, Washington and is markedly grayer with reduced patterning.
dogbane tiger moth, delicate cycnia
Cycnia tenera, commonly known as the dogbane tiger moth or delicate cycnia, is a North American moth in the family Erebidae. Adults display white wings with buttery yellow forewing margins and a yellow body marked with black spots. The species is chemically defended, sequestering cardiac glycosides from its larval host plants. It has been extensively studied for its sophisticated anti-predator defense: emitting ultrasonic clicks that jam bat echolocation and serve as aposematic warnings. The moth occurs across much of North America and flies both day and night.
Cydia bracteatana is a tortricid moth species described by Fernald in 1881. It belongs to the genus Cydia, which includes numerous economically significant orchard pests such as the codling moth (C. pomonella) and the filbertworm (C. latiferreana). Like other members of this genus, C. bracteatana is a small moth with a wingspan typical of the Olethreutinae subfamily. The species is part of the diverse North American tortricid fauna, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented compared to its better-known congenerics.
Cydia candana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Forbes in 1923. It belongs to the genus Cydia, which contains numerous species of small moths, many of which are agricultural pests. The species is part of the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Grapholitini. Basic information about its biology, distribution, and ecology remains limited in available literature.
Cydia ingrata is a tortricid moth described by Heinrich in 1926. It belongs to the genus Cydia, which includes several economically important pest species such as the codling moth. Distribution records indicate this species occurs in the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Available information on this species is limited, with few documented observations relative to its better-known congeners.
Cydia inopiosa is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, subfamily Olethreutinae, and tribe Grapholitini. The species was described by Heinrich in 1926, originally under the genus Laspeyresia. It belongs to the genus Cydia, which contains numerous economically important agricultural pests including the codling moth (C. pomonella) and filbertworm (C. latiferreana). Very few specific details about the biology, appearance, or ecology of C. inopiosa are documented in available sources.
Cydia tana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, first described by Kearfott in 1907. It belongs to the genus Cydia, which includes numerous species of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. Like other members of this genus, C. tana is likely associated with woody plants, though specific host relationships remain poorly documented. The species is rarely encountered in collections and has minimal published biological information.
Cymbaeremoidea is a genus of small moths in the family Depressariidae. Species in this genus are poorly documented in the literature, with limited information available on their biology and distribution. The genus appears to be associated with specific host plants, though details remain sparse. Most records indicate a primarily Australasian distribution.
Beautiful Dafa Moth
A gelechioid moth in the concealer moth family Oecophoridae, currently classified in genus Dafa. The species was originally described by Denis & Schiffermüller in 1775 and has undergone multiple taxonomic revisions, previously placed in genera Callima and Epicallima. It is known from scattered records in Belgium and has been documented through citizen science observations.
Pink Streak, Pink Streak Moth
Dargida rubripennis, commonly known as the pink streak, is a moth species in the family Noctuidae. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote and Coleman Townsend Robinson in 1870. The species is listed as threatened in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Adults have a wingspan of 32–37 mm. The larvae are known as wheat head armyworms and feed on developing wheat kernels, particularly in the soft dough stage.
Manto tussock moth
Dasychira manto, commonly known as the Manto tussock moth, is a species of tussock moth in the family Erebidae. First described by Herman Strecker in 1900, this moth is found in North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 8307. Two subspecies are recognized: the nominate D. m. manto and D. m. interposita described by Dyar in 1911.
Dasychira mescalera is a species of tussock moth in the family Erebidae, described by Alexander Douglas Campbell Ferguson in 1977 (published 1978). It occurs in the southwestern United States, specifically in New Mexico, Texas, and Colorado. The species belongs to the genus Dasychira, a group of moths characterized by prominent tufted setae on their larvae.
Variable Tussock Moth
Dasychira vagans is a moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1913. The species exhibits notable sexual dimorphism in forewing length, with males measuring 14–18 mm and females 22–24 mm. Adults are active from June to August with a single generation per year. The larvae feed on a broad range of woody plants across multiple families, with a documented preference for Quercus (oak) species. Two subspecies are recognized: D. v. vagans in eastern North America and D. v. grisea ranging from southern Manitoba to the Pacific Northwest.
Red-winged Wave, Red-winged Wave Moth
Dasyfidonia avuncularia, commonly known as the red-winged wave, is a geometrid moth species in the family Geometridae. It is native to North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 6426. The species was originally described as Fidonia avuncularia by Guenée in 1857.
black-spotted prominent
Dasylophia anguina, the black-spotted prominent, is a sexually dimorphic moth in the family Notodontidae. Males display black streaks on the forewing with white hindwings, while females show a yellow-brown basal patch with gray hindwings. The species exhibits geographic variation in voltinism, with one brood in northern regions and two or more in the south.
Dasylophia saturata is a species of moth in the family Notodontidae, described by Barnes in 1901. It belongs to the subfamily Nystaleinae, a group of prominent moths. The genus Dasylophia is characterized by distinctive morphological features including prominent tufts and modified setae on the body. As with other notodontid moths, adults are nocturnal and larvae feed on woody plants.
Angus' Datana Moth, Angus's datana moth
Datana angusii is a species of prominent moth in the family Notodontidae, described by Grote and Robinson in 1866. It occurs in North America, with records from the United States including Vermont. The species is part of a genus whose larvae are known as significant defoliators of hardwood trees. The MONA (Hodges) number for this species is 7903.
azalea caterpillar, major datana
Datana major is a moth in the family Notodontidae, commonly known as the azalea caterpillar or major datana. The species ranges across the eastern and central United States, from Maryland south to Florida and west to Kansas and Arkansas. Adults are active from June to August, with one generation per year in most of the range and a partial second generation in southern areas. The larvae are notable pests of azaleas and related ornamental plants.
Datana modesta is a species of prominent moth in the family Notodontidae, first described by William Beutenmüller in 1890. It is native to North America and belongs to a genus whose larvae are known as generalist feeders on woody plants. The species is part of a group of late-season defoliators that typically cause minor, aesthetic damage rather than significant tree health impacts.
spotted datana, spotted datana moth
Datana perspicua, the spotted datana, is a species of prominent moth in the family Notodontidae. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote and Coleman Townsend Robinson in 1865. The species is found in North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 7908. Three subspecies are recognized: D. p. mesillae, D. p. opposita, and the nominate D. p. perspicua.
annual buttonweed, robust datana moth
Datana robusta is a species of prominent moth in the family Notodontidae, first described by Herman Strecker in 1878. It is native to North America and is commonly known as the annual buttonweed or robust datana moth. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 7909. Like other members of the genus Datana, it is a late-season defoliator of hardwood trees.
Decodes basiplagana is a tortricid moth species found across eastern and central North America. Adults have forewings measuring 8.1–9 mm in length. The species is notable for its larval association with Quercus lobata (valley oak), indicating a specialized host relationship. It has been documented from Ontario south to Oklahoma and Tennessee, and from Massachusetts west to Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Decodes fragariana is a species of tortricid moth in the tribe Cnephasiini. Originally described by Busck in 1919 as Tortricodes fragariana, it was later transferred to the genus Decodes. The species is a member of the large family Tortricidae, which includes many economically significant agricultural pests. As a tortricine moth, it likely exhibits the characteristic bell-shaped resting posture with wings folded roof-like over the abdomen.