Bird Poop Moth
Scientific Name: Eudryas grata
Order & Family: Lepidoptera, Noctuidae
Size: 35–45 mm wingspan
Natural Habitat
Deciduous forests, woodlands, gardens, and shrubby areas across North America
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on leaves of grapevine, Virginia creeper, and peppervine; adults feed on flower nectar.
Behavior Patterns
Night-flying; during the day, it rests on leaves with its wings folded in a way that mimics a bird dropping to avoid predation by birds.
Risks & Benefits
No physical risk to humans; benefits the ecosystem as a pollinator and a food source for other animals.
Identified on: 5/14/2026