Wetland-moth
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Cedestis sp-one
Cedestis sp-one is a species of moth in the family Glyphipterigidae, a group commonly known as sedge moths or glyphipterigid moths. Members of this genus are small, diurnal or crepuscular moths associated with wetland habitats. The specific epithet 'sp-one' indicates this is an undescribed or provisionally designated species, and detailed biological information is limited.
Diploschizia habecki
Diploschizia habecki is a species of sedge moth in the family Glyphipterigidae, described by John B. Heppner in 1981. It belongs to a genus of small moths commonly known as sedge moths. The species is documented from the southeastern United States, specifically from southern Georgia to central Florida. As a member of this genus, it is likely associated with wetland or moist habitats where sedges grow, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Donacaula melinellus
Delightful Donacaula Moth
Donacaula melinellus is a crambid moth native to North America. First described by James Brackenridge Clemens in 1861, this species is widely distributed across eastern and central United States and Canada. Adults are frequently encountered in wetlands and marshy habitats. The species is among the more commonly observed Donacaula, with thousands of documented records.
Donacaula n-sp-eight
Donacaula n-sp-eight is an undescribed species within the genus Donacaula, a group of crambid moths commonly known as grass-veneers. Species in this genus are associated with wetland and grassland habitats, though specific ecological data for this undescribed taxon remain unverified. The genus Donacaula is characterized by elongated bodies and narrow wings adapted for movement through dense vegetation.
Donacaula n-sp-five
Donacaula n-sp-five is an undescribed species within the Crambidae family, currently known only from a provisional designation. It belongs to a genus of moths commonly associated with wetland and marsh habitats. As an undescribed taxon, formal documentation of its characteristics remains pending scientific description.
Donacaula n-sp-four
Donacaula n-sp-four is a species of moth in the family Crambidae, genus Donacaula. As a formally undescribed species (designated "n-sp-four"), it has been documented in collections but lacks a published species description. Members of this genus are generally associated with wetland and marsh habitats. The species awaits formal taxonomic description and naming.
Donacaula n-sp-seven
Donacaula n-sp-seven is a moth species in the family Crambidae, subfamily Schoenobiinae. The genus Donacaula comprises grass moths associated with wetland and marsh habitats. This species is known from a single or limited number of specimens, with formal description pending. As a provisional name, 'n-sp-seven' indicates an undescribed species recognized in collections or research materials.
Donacaula n-sp-three
Donacaula n-sp-three is an undescribed species within the Crambidae family, currently recognized only by a provisional designation. Species in this genus are associated with wetland and marsh habitats, where larvae develop on emergent aquatic plants. Adults are generally nocturnal and attracted to light. The specific identity and distribution of this nominal species remain unresolved pending formal taxonomic description.
Donacaula n-sp-two
Donacaula n-sp-two is an undescribed species within the genus Donacaula, a group of grass moths in the family Crambidae. The 'n-sp-two' designation indicates this is a numbered provisional species awaiting formal description. Members of Donacaula are generally associated with wetland and grassland habitats. Specific information for this undescribed entity is limited to collection records and preliminary morphological assessments.
Donacaula unipunctellus
Donacaula unipunctellus is a species of grass moth in the family Crambidae, first described by Robinson in 1870. It is native to eastern and southern North America, with a range extending from Nova Scotia to Florida and west to Texas and Utah. Adults are active nearly year-round in southern portions of the range, with more restricted flight periods in northern areas. The species belongs to the subfamily Schoenobiinae, whose members are typically associated with wetland and marsh habitats.
Globia laeta
red sedge borer, red sedge borer moth
Globia laeta, commonly known as the red sedge borer, is a small noctuid moth native to eastern North America. The species was first described by Herbert Knowles Morrison in 1875 and was formerly placed in the genus Capsula before that name was changed to Globia due to a preoccupied mollusk genus. The moth is notable for its specialized larval habit of boring into the stems of Sparganium (bur-reed) plants.
Hypenodes franclemonti
Franclemont's Hypenodes Moth
Hypenodes franclemonti is a small moth species in the family Erebidae, described by Douglas C. Ferguson in 1954 and named in honor of entomologist John G. Franclemont. It belongs to the subfamily Hypenodinae, a group of diminutive moths often associated with wetland habitats. The species has been documented across a broad North American range spanning from Quebec to Florida.
Hypocoena inquinata
Tufted Sedge Moth, Sordid Wainscot
Hypocoena inquinata, commonly known as the Tufted Sedge Moth or Sordid Wainscot, is a small noctuid moth native to North America. The species has a transcontinental distribution across Canada with southern extensions into the United States. Adults are active during mid-summer, and the larvae are specialized feeders on sedges.
Leucania scirpicola
Scirpus Wainscot
Leucania scirpicola, known as the Scirpus Wainscot, is a noctuid moth described by Guenée in 1852. It belongs to the cutworm or dart moth group within the family Noctuidae. The species is documented across North America with 187 iNaturalist observations. Its specific epithet 'scirpicola' references an association with Scirpus (bulrushes), suggesting a habitat or host plant connection.
Macaria oweni
Owen's larch looper, Owen's angle moth, Owen's Angle
Macaria oweni is a small geometrid moth native to northern North America. The species is specialized on tamarack (Larix laricina) as a larval host. Adults are active during early summer, with a single annual generation. The moth was first described from specimens collected in New England.
Photedes includens
Included Cordgrass Borer Moth, included cordgrass borer
Photedes includens, commonly known as the included cordgrass borer, is a species of cutworm or dart moth in the family Noctuidae. It is native to North America and has been recorded across Canada and the United States. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 9434. Like other members of the genus Photedes, it is associated with wetland habitats where its larval host plants occur.
Phyllocnistis on-eubotrys-racemosa
A tiny leaf-mining moth in the family Gracillariidae, Phyllocnistis on-eubotrys-racemosa is part of the 'microlepidoptera'—a group of moths typically measuring less than 10 mm. Like other members of its genus, this species likely produces larvae that mine between leaf layers, creating distinctive serpentine or blotch mines. The species epithet suggests an association with the plant genus Eubotrys (fetterbush), indicating a specialized host relationship.
Raphiptera argillaceellus
Diminutive Grass-veneer
Raphiptera argillaceellus, the Diminutive Grass-veneer, is a small crambid moth and the sole member of its monotypic genus. It occurs across eastern North America from Labrador and Quebec south to Florida and Texas, with records extending to Costa Rica. The species is strongly associated with bog habitats. Adults are small with relatively plain, clay-colored forewings that give the species its specific epithet.