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Similar Crambus praefectellus, Crambus albellus, Crambus agitatellus, Crambus laqueatellus | ||
Biden s grass veneer moth crambidae crambus bidens lateral view
Crambus bidens, bidens grass-veneer, is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Zeller in 1872. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Massachusetts, New York, Ontario, New Jersey, Quebec, Michigan and Alberta. The habitat consists of bogs.
The wingspan is 18-22 mm. The forewings are yellowish or brownish ochre with a silver streak and black zigzag subterminal line. The hindwings are smoky. Adults are on wing from late July to early August.
References
Crambus bidens Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA