Crambus bidens

Crambus bidens
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Crambidae
Genus: Crambus
Species: C. bidens
Binomial name
Crambus bidens
Zeller, 1872

Crambus bidens, bidens grass-veneer, is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Zeller in 1872.[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Massachusetts, New York, Ontario, New Jersey, Quebec, Michigan and Alberta. The habitat consists of bogs.

The wingspan is 18-22 mm. The forewings are yellowish or brownish ochre with a silver streak and black zigzag subterminal line. The hindwings are smoky. Adults are on wing from late July to early August.[2]

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