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Bent-line Carpet Moth

Costaconvexa centrostrigaria

Costaconvexa centrostrigaria, commonly known as the Bent-line Carpet Moth, is a small moth found throughout North America. As the name suggests, this species has distinctive bent lines on its wings, which are a mix of brown, gray, and black. The coloring of the moth makes it hard to spot when resting on tree trunks, as it blends in well with its surroundings.

The Bent-line Carpet Moth is part of the family Geometridae, also known as the carpet moths. This family is named after their resemblance to the intricate carpet patterns of Asia and the Middle East.

These moths can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, fields, and gardens. They tend to hang out in moist areas and waste areas. Fun fact: the caterpillars of the Bent-line Carpet Moth move by “looping” or “inching” their way along, similar to other members of the Geometridae family.

Habitat
forests, fields, and gardens
Scientific Name
Costaconvexa centrostrigaria
Status
Common
Wing Span
17mm to 23mm
General Size
Small
Wing Color
brown
brown
Marking's Color
black
black
brown
brown
Markings Pattern
Color Patches

Characteristics describe the physical and behavioral traits that distinguish a species from others. This section helps readers identify and differentiate between similar species, aiding in species identification and reducing the chance of misidentification.

Identifying Characteristics

  1. Small black discal spot on all wings

  2. Two brown bands run across wings. The outer band stops around the place of the discal spot about halfway across the wing

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