California grass-veneer facts for kids
Quick facts for kids California grass-veneer |
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Euchromius
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E. californicalis
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| Euchromius californicalis (Packard, 1873)
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The California grass-veneer (scientific name: Euchromius californicalis) is a type of moth. It belongs to a family of moths called Crambidae. This moth was first described by a scientist named Alpheus Spring Packard in 1873.
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Discover the California Grass-Veneer Moth
This small moth is known as the California grass-veneer. It's a fascinating insect that lives in North America.
Where Does This Moth Live?
You can find the California grass-veneer moth across many parts of North America. It has been seen in British Columbia and Alberta in Canada. In the United States, it lives in states like Washington, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. It also calls Oregon, Wyoming, California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico home. These moths prefer to live in open areas like grasslands.
What Does It Look Like?
The California grass-veneer moth is quite small. Male moths have a wingspan of about 20 to 23 millimeters. Female moths are a bit smaller, with a wingspan of 14 to 22 millimeters. Their front wings are light brown. They also have two yellow lines that go across their wings.
When Can You See Them?
Adult California grass-veneer moths are active during the warmer months. You can usually spot them flying from May through August.
