Cerastis fishii facts for kids
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C. fishii
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The Cerastis fishii is a type of moth that belongs to the Noctuidae family. These moths are often called "owlet moths." You can find them in eastern North America.
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Discovering the Cerastis fishii Moth
This interesting moth lives in many parts of Canada and the United States. In Canada, it's found from Newfoundland all the way to southern Ontario.
Where Does This Moth Live?
In the United States, the Cerastis fishii moth makes its home in places like western Maine, Ohio, Michigan, and northern Wisconsin. It also lives further south in North Carolina and has even been seen in Tennessee.
What Does the Cerastis fishii Moth Look Like?
The Cerastis fishii moth has a wingspan of about 30 to 36 millimeters. That's roughly the size of a large paperclip! Adult moths are usually seen flying around from March to June each year.
What Do Cerastis fishii Caterpillars Eat?
The young moths, called larvae or caterpillars, have a special diet. They enjoy eating the flowers and leaves of blueberry plants. This helps them grow and get ready to become adult moths.
