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Fireweed clearwing moth

Fireweed clearwing moth

Albuna pyramidalis

A species of Albuna

Albuna pyramidalis, the fireweed clearwing moth, is a species of clearwing moth in the family Sesiidae. The MONA or Hodges number for Albuna pyramidalis is 2533.

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Attributes of Fireweed clearwing moth
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
field
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers such as goldenrod (solidago spp.), wild bergamot (monarda fistulosa), and purple coneflower (echinacea purpurea)
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Fireweed clearwing moth
Common
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Distribution Area of Fireweed clearwing moth
Canada
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Life Cycle of Fireweed clearwing moth
Egg Just after laying, the fireweed clearwing moth egg is minute and hardly visible. Depending on the species, it can be spherical, oval, or cylindrical. The color may vary, often starting pale and darkening as development progresses.
Larva Upon hatching, the caterpillar, or larva, consumes food voraciously. With a tubular body segmented and varying in color, it molts several times, growing larger with each stage.
Pupal The larva forms a protective case as a pupa. Inside, the fireweed clearwing moth undergoes a remarkable transformation, reorganizing into an entirely different form. This stage is typically immobile.
Adult As a mature adult, the fireweed clearwing moth's wings are fully developed for flight. It exhibits brighter colors and patterns for mating rituals. The size is at its maximum, and the insect's purpose becomes reproduction.
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Predators of Fireweed clearwing moth Larvae
Birds, small mammals, wasps, spiders, ants
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Predators of Adult Fireweed clearwing moth
Birds, bats, spiders
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Scientific Classification of Fireweed clearwing moth
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Youth Habitat of Fireweed clearwing moth
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Fireweed clearwing moth
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Fireweed clearwing moth
Adult fireweed clearwing moth may be attracted to specific pheromones or sweet substances that mimic nectar to trap them for observation or research.
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Habitat Preferences of Fireweed clearwing moth Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of fireweed clearwing moth are typically laid on the host plant where larval food is abundant. As larvae, fireweed clearwing moth bore into woody stems or roots of plants, often preferring weakened or dying specimens. Pupation occurs within the larval feeding tunnels or just beneath the surface of the host plant's bark. Adults are frequently found in sunny, open fields or edges of woodlands where they partake in nectar from flowers. To search for these stages, one would inspect the host plants for signs of larval activity, such as frass or entry holes, and check flowers for adult fireweed clearwing moth during sunny days.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Fireweed clearwing moth
The best time to find fireweed clearwing moth may vary depending on the life stage. Adults are often more active during the day, particularly in sunny conditions. Larvae might be easier to find at night or during cooler parts of the day.
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