Common grass-veneer

Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas

Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas

To attract common grass-veneer, one might use a light trap at night as common grass-veneer are nocturnal and are drawn to sources of light. Alternatively, baiting traps with a sweet concoction such as fermented fruit or a sugar/honey solution might also lure common grass-veneer to the site.

The eggs of common grass-veneer are often laid on grasses near the soil surface, where they remain hidden. Caterpillars develop within silken tubes near or just under the surface of the ground, feeding on host grasses. Pupation typically occurs within these tubes or slightly deeper in the soil. Adult common grass-veneer are typically found in grassy habitats such as meadows, pastures, roadside verges, and sometimes gardens, where the vegetation is dense. To find these stages, one would search near the base of grass stalks for eggs, inspect grassy undergrowth for the caterpillar's silken tubes, and sift through the soil for pupae, while adults would be sought after dusk when they become active.

Common grass-veneer are best sought after dusk when they are most active. Depending on the region, certain seasons may be more optimal, typically the warmer months when common grass-veneer can complete its life cycle.

Clear, calm nights with little to no moonlight are best for finding common grass-veneer, as strong winds can hinder their flight, and a bright moon may outcompete light traps. Mild temperatures, without extreme cold or heat, are also suitable conditions.