
Community identification
T-moth (Plume moth)
Emmelina monodactyla
- Order & Family
- Lepidoptera: Pterophoridae
- Size
- Wingspan of 18–27 mm
Natural Habitat
Gardens, meadows, and waste ground where host plants are present
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on morning glory (Convolvulaceae) and bindweed; adults feed on nectar
Behavior Patterns
Resting posture involves wings rolled tightly and held perpendicular to the body, resembling a 'T' or a piece of dried grass; active year-round and often overwinters as an adult
Risks & Benefits
Generally harmless to humans; acts as a minor pollinator and the larvae can help control invasive bindweed species