Psara obscuralis explained

Psara obscuralis, commonly known as the obscure psara moth, is a species of moth in the family Crambidae. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Maryland to Florida, west to Texas and Illinois.[1] In the south, the range extends to Central America, where it has been recorded from Mexico and Costa Rica.

Description

The wingspan is about 23 mm. Adults are on wing from May to September.

Behaviour and ecology

The larvae feed on Petiveria alliacea and Phytolacca americana.[2]

Notes and References

  1. http://mothphotographersgroup.msstate.edu/species.php?hodges=5268 mothphotographersgroup
  2. http://bugguide.net/node/view/193871 Bug Guide