Evergestis simulatilis explained

Evergestis simulatilis is a moth in the family Crambidae. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1880.^[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Alberta, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Montana, Nevada and New Mexico.^[2]

The wingspan is about 26 mm. The forewings are shaded with white and brown. The hindwings are silvery drab with a darker margin.^[3] Adults have been recorded on wing from March to April and from June to October.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Nuss . M. . etal . 2003–2014 . GlobIZ search . Global Information System on Pyraloidea . July 15, 2014.
2. Web site: 801078.00 – 4904 – Evergestis simulatilis – (Grote, 1880) . North American Moth Photographers Group . Mississippi State University . August 8, 2018.
3. https://archive.org/stream/entomologicaamer2188687broo#page/171/mode/1up Edwards, H. 1886. Apparently new forms of North American Heterocera. Entomologica Americana. Vo. 2, No. 9, p. (171)