description Crescent Moth Overview
The Crescent, Helotropha leucostigma, is a noctuid moth formerly placed in the genus Celaena. It is associated with wet habitats such as fens, marshes, reedbeds, damp woodland, and moorland, and adults have a wingspan of roughly 37 to 44 millimetres. The forewings are usually brown and bear a pale crescent-like kidney mark; the larvae feed on wetland plants including yellow flag iris. The species is used in moth identification and natural-history records.
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What is the scientific name of the Crescent moth?
The Crescent moth is Helotropha leucostigma, a noctuid moth. It was formerly placed in the genus Celaena.
Where does the Crescent moth live?
It is associated with wet habitats such as fens, marshes, reedbeds, damp woodland, and moorland. These environments provide the moist vegetation linked with the species.
How large is the Crescent moth?
Adults have a wingspan of roughly 37 to 44 millimetres. That places it in the small-to-medium range for a noctuid moth.
Why might the Crescent moth appear under the name Celaena?
Older references may use Celaena because Helotropha leucostigma was formerly classified in that genus. Current descriptions identify it with the name Helotropha leucostigma.
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