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Green Cloverworm Moth
Hypena scabra
29.4922, -99.1296
Field Notes
Description:
Small brown/black moth with brown, light brown/buff markings.
Habitat:
This moth was found resting on a window in our backyard.
Range includes North America from Canada to Texas. Larvae feeds on plants such as alfalfa, soybeans, clover, and weeds.
Notes:
Fun Facts: 1. This moth is often confused for a looper moth. 2. Larvae can be a pest to soybean crops. 3. The larvae vigorously wriggle when disturbed.
Ref: https://extension.entm.purdue.edu/fieldcropsipm/insects/green-cloverwor…
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PublishedDecember 28, 2020
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