Small baileya moth facts for kids
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The small baileya moth (scientific name: Baileya australis) is a type of moth. It belongs to a group of moths called the Nolidae family.
A scientist named Augustus Radcliffe Grote first officially described this moth in 1881.
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About the Small Baileya Moth
The small baileya moth is known for its unique appearance and where it lives. It's a fascinating insect that flies mainly at night.
Where Do Small Baileya Moths Live?
You can find the small baileya moth in many parts of North America. They live in areas from Quebec and New York in the east, all the way down to Florida. They also spread west to Texas and north to North Dakota and Ontario. This wide range means they can adapt to different environments.
What Do Small Baileya Moths Look Like?
The small baileya moth is not very big. Its wingspan (the distance from one wingtip to the other) is about 21 to 28 millimeters. That's roughly the length of a small paperclip!
Their front wings, called forewings, are a shiny grey color. They often have shimmery silver or whitish areas in the middle. You might notice a strong, almost straight line near the top edge of their wings. There's also a white patch near the base of the wing. Some of the spots on their wings, like the kidney-shaped spot, can be hard to see. The line across the middle of their wings is wavy.
Life Cycle of the Small Baileya Moth
Adult small baileya moths are active and can be seen flying from April to September. In warmer, southern areas, these moths can have up to three different groups of offspring (generations) in a single year. This means they reproduce and complete their life cycle multiple times during the warmer months.
