Scraped pilocrocis moth Pilocrocis ramentalis
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The scraped pilocrocis moth, Pilocrocis ramentalis, is a species of moth in the family Crambidae. It's found in North America, Mexico, Central America, and the West Indies, with an introduction to the Galapagos Islands.
Adults are nocturnal and can be found in open woods, clearings, and damp areas, especially near their food source, which is False Nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica).
The scraped pilocrocis moths Wingspan is Approximately one inch.
The coloration of Forewings are grayish-brown with white antemedian and postmedian lines, and the hindwings are also grayish-brown with a white postmedian line.
Native to North America (from Ontario to Florida and Wisconsin to Texas), Mexico, Honduras, Costa Rica, Cuba, and Puerto Rico. It was also introduced to the Galapagos Islands.
Lives in Open woods, clearings, and damp areas where False Nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica) grows.
It has a flight Period Primarily from August to October.
Larval food is Primarily False Nettle (Boehmeria cylindrica).
The scraped pilocrocis moth is an uncommon species, and its presence in certain areas might be considered restricted or rare.
Adults are nocturnal and may be attracted to lights.
The larvae feed on Boehmeria species, Odontonema strictum, Pachystachys spicata, and Pachystachys coccinea.
The term "scraped" likely refers to the pattern of the white lines on the wings, which appear slightly wavy and may be mistaken for having a "scraped" look.
The scraped pilocrocis moth, Pilocrocis ramentalis was described by Julius Lederer in 1863.
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