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Dingy cutworm

Dingy cutworm

Feltia jaculifera

A species of Feltia

Feltia jaculifera is a butterfly from the family of owls (Noctuidae). The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1852 by Guenée.

General Info About Dingy cutworm
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Attributes of Dingy cutworm
Habitat
grassland; agricultural area; urban area; field; pasture
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, plant sap, honeydew excreted by aphids, juices from ripe fruits, organic matter in solution
Larva Food Source
Leaves of low-growing plants, cereal crops like wheat and corn, grasses, vegetables in gardens and farms, soybeans
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Dingy cutworm is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Dingy cutworm is often found near the corolla, where its fluffy hairs easily pick up pollen, assisting in the pollination of the plant.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Dingy cutworm 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 Dingy cutworm
It is common throughout North America.
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Distribution Area of Dingy cutworm
North America
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Life Cycle of Dingy cutworm
Egg The initial stage begins with the egg, which dingy cutworm lays in clusters or individually on host plants. The eggs are typically minute, oval, and may vary in color. This stage is solely for the development and nourishment of the embryo.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva emerges, characterized by a worm-like appearance. Its primary function is feeding and growth, which it does voraciously, often shedding its skin multiple times (molting) as it increases in size.
Pupal Transitioning into the pupal stage, dingy cutworm encapsulates itself within a cocoon or chrysalis. During this phase, dingy cutworm undergoes significant transformation, reorganizing its body structure in preparation for adult life. This stage is non-feeding and stationary.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult dingy cutworm’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 and dispersal.
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Adult Size of Dingy cutworm
3.5 - 4 cm
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Interesting Facts About Dingy cutworm
At dusk, dingy cutworm engage in a unique flight pattern akin to a dance, creating an enchanting display rarely observed by casual onlookers.
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Scientific Classification of Dingy cutworm
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Youth Habitat of Dingy cutworm
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Dingy cutworm
Grasslands and Prairies, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Dingy cutworm
Adults are typically attracted to light or baits made from fermenting sugars and yeast.
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Habitat Preferences of Dingy cutworm Through Different Life Stages
To find the larvae of dingy cutworm, search among the undergrowth or on the leaves of various host plants since they are ground-dwelling caterpillars feeding on low vegetation. Eggs are frequently laid on host plants, so inspecting leaf surfaces, especially the undersides, could prove fruitful. Seeking out the pupae would entail sifting through the soil or leaf litter nearby host plants, as they tend to pupate in the ground. As for the adult dingy cutworm, you'll most likely encounter them on or near the host plants since they are attracted to the flowers after dusk, being nocturnal in nature.
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How and Where Can You Find Dingy cutworm at Different Life Stages
Egg Dingy cutworm eggs are often laid on the underside of host plant leaves. Look for clusters of small, spherical objects in sheltered areas on the host plants.
Larva Larvae of dingy cutworm are typically found on or near their food plants. Search for them by carefully inspecting the leaves and stems of host plants for signs of feeding such as holes or frass (insect waste).
Pupal Dingy cutworm pupae may be in the soil or under leaf litter close to where the larvae have fed. Look for them by gently sifting through the top layer of soil or leaf litter around the host plants.
Adult Adult dingy cutworm can be located by setting up a light trap at night or creating bait stations with sweet substances. They are nocturnal and attracted to light, making them easier to spot during evening hours.
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Harmful Effects of Dingy cutworm
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Agricultural Pests

When present in large numbers, larvae of dingy cutworm can cause severe damage to crops such as corn and beans, resulting in defoliated plants, chewed stems, and damaged fruits. Infestations may lead to significant yield losses and potentially affect food supply. In mild cases, the impact is minimal, but with severe infestations, economic and food security concerns arise.

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Beneficial Effects of Dingy cutworm
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Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Dingy cutworm is a nocturnal pollinator, typically active during dusk and nighttime. Attracted by the color and smell of certain flowers, it consumes pollen and, in the process, inadvertently transfers it from one flower to another, aiding in plant reproduction.
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