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Pasture grass-veneer

Pasture grass-veneer

Crambus saltuellus

A species of Sod webworms

The wingspan is about 2 cm. The forewings with have a white stripe, bisected by a brownish-yellow strip. There are several double black lines, as well as a thin black terminal line. The hindwings are uniform pale brownish yellow.

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Attributes of Pasture grass-veneer
Habitat
grass
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, plant juices, honeydew, bird droppings
Larva Food Source
Grasses, cereal crops, wheat, barley, corn
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Pasture grass-veneer is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Pasture grass-veneer feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
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Species Status of Pasture grass-veneer
It is found in North America. It is also present in southern Ontario.
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Distribution Area of Pasture grass-veneer
North America
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Life Cycle of Pasture grass-veneer
Egg The embryonic pasture grass-veneer remains encapsulated within a protective shell. It is usually oval or round, with colors varying by species. The egg stage is stationary and focuses on the growth of the developing insect inside.
Larva After hatching, the larva pasture grass-veneer emerges, characterized by an elongated, worm-like body. This stage has a voracious appetite, undergoing multiple molts as it grows in size. The larva may have patterns or colors that help in camouflage.
Pupal The pasture grass-veneer enters a pupa or chrysalis, becoming immobile and encased within a cocoon-like structure. Inside, it undergoes a radical transformation as tissues and organs are reorganized into the adult form.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult pasture grass-veneer’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Adult Size of Pasture grass-veneer
2 cm
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Interesting Facts About Pasture grass-veneer
Despite its delicate appearance, pasture grass-veneer can survive in subzero temperatures by producing a natural antifreeze compound in its blood.
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Scientific Classification of Pasture grass-veneer
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Youth Habitat of Pasture grass-veneer
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Pasture grass-veneer
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Pasture grass-veneer
Since pasture grass-veneer is a moth, light traps at night can be an effective lure, as moths are generally attracted to light. Additionally, baiting traps with sweet substances or pheromones may help in attracting them.
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Habitat Preferences of Pasture grass-veneer Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of pasture grass-veneer are typically deposited on host plant leaves or stems where they remain camouflaged. Searching for them requires careful inspection of potential host plants. Caterpillars are commonly found in silken tubes near the ground amidst grasses, thus one must look amongst low vegetation and leaf litter. To find the pupae, one should check in the soil or leaf litter where caterpillars burrow to pupate. Adult pasture grass-veneer are often observed near grasses as well, but they're more likely to be encountered in open fields or meadows, particularly at twilight when they are most active. To spot adults, visiting these habitats during their active hours would be ideal.
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How and Where Can You Find Pasture grass-veneer at Different Life Stages
Adult Pasture grass-veneer adults can be found during the night as they are attracted to light. Setting up a light trap in an area where moths are observed during the day can help in attracting and capturing them for observation.
Larva Pasture grass-veneer larvae feed on plants, so inspecting host plants and looking for signs of feeding, like chewed leaves or silk trails, can lead to the discovery of the caterpillars.
Pupal Pasture grass-veneer pupae are often in the soil or leaf litter. To find them, carefully search through the litter or dig around the host plants' base, taking care not to harm them.
Egg Pasture grass-veneer eggs are laid on host plants and can be very small, making them difficult to spot. Looking closely at the underside of leaves or near flower buds of the known host plant may reveal their presence.
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of pasture grass-veneer target plant stems and leaves, chewing tissues which can lead to mild cosmetic damage or severe defoliation. A large infestation can significantly reduce photosynthesis, weakening plants, reducing yields, and potentially leading to plant death. Humans may experience crop losses and economic impact.

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