Armyworm Moth (Pseudaletia unipuncta)

Dorsal

Ventral

 

Caterpillar Hostplants Many plants. According to Covell (Peterson Guide to Eastern Moths): "...alfalfa, corn and other grains, grasses, vegetables, young fruit trees, and ornamentals; also eats many wild plants."
Area Sighting
Locations
Throughout our area (and much of the rest of the world).
Seasonal Flight Data March - November.
General Notes The common name comes from the habits of the caterpillar -- which eat until there is nothing left and then march by the thousands to a new food source.

Additional Photographs

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