Bronzed cutworm facts for kids
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The bronzed cutworm or shaded Umber moth (Nephelodes minians) is a type of moth. It belongs to the Noctuidae family, which includes many common moths. You can find this moth in most parts of North America. However, it does not live in Florida and the states right next to it.
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What is the Bronzed Cutworm Moth?
This moth gets its name from its colors. It can look bronzed or shaded. The adult moth has a wingspan of about 40 mm. This means that when its wings are spread out, they measure about 4 centimeters across.
When Does it Fly?
The bronzed cutworm moth flies during the warmer months. You can usually see it from July to October. The exact time depends on where it lives. Moths are often active at night.
What Do Its Babies Eat?
The baby moths are called larvae or caterpillars. These caterpillars like to eat different kinds of grasses. They also feed on important farm crops. This includes cereal crops like wheat or oats. They also eat corn.
Are There Different Kinds?
Scientists sometimes group animals into smaller types called subspecies. These are slightly different groups within the same species. For the bronzed cutworm moth, there are three recognized subspecies:
- Nephelodes minians minians
- Nephelodes minians tertialis
- Nephelodes minians pectinata
