Umbellifer-specialist
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Sitochroa palealis
carrot seed moth
Sitochroa palealis, known as the carrot seed moth, is a crambid moth native to Europe that was first reported in the United States in 2002. The species has a wingspan of 26–34 mm and is active during summer months. Its larvae specialize on umbelliferous plants, including cultivated carrot and fennel.