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Mocis disseverans

Remigia disseverans

A species of Remigia

Mocis disseverans, the yellow mocis moth, is a moth of the family Erebidae. It is found in the Caribbean and parts of the southern United States, including Mississippi, Florida and Texas. The wingspan is about 40 millimetres (1.6 in).

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Attributes of Mocis disseverans
Colors
Brown
Black
Habitat
light; yard; open field; mixed hardwood
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, tree sap, ripe fruits, pollen, honeydew
Larva Food Source
Leaves, plant stems, tender plant shoots, flowers, crops
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
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Species Status of Mocis disseverans
Not endangered
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Distribution Area of Mocis disseverans
Caribbean, southern United States, Mississippi, Florida, Texas
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Predators of Adult Mocis disseverans
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Mocis disseverans
Remarkably, mocis disseverans has a unique ability to mimic leaves, providing camouflage against predators during daylight hours.
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Scientific Classification of Mocis disseverans
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Youth Habitat of Mocis disseverans
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Mocis disseverans Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of mocis disseverans are typically found on the underside of host plant leaves where the female moth prefers to lay them. As caterpillars, they are generally found on or near various plants they consume, often at night due to their nocturnal nature, hiding from predators by day in crevices or under debris. Pupae are likely to be in the soil or in a sheltered location near the host plants. To find these stages, searching their host plants and surrounding areas carefully, especially with a focus on the underside of leaves and ground debris or soil for pupation sites, is essential.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Mocis disseverans
The best time to find adult mocis disseverans is usually at night when they are most active. For larvae, daytime searching among host plants is advisable.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Mocis disseverans
Calm, warm, and humid nights are ideal for attracting adult mocis disseverans as they are less likely to be active in colder temperatures. Dry and bright weather can be suitable for finding larvae and pupae in their natural habitats.
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How and Where Can You Find Mocis disseverans at Different Life Stages
Egg Mocis disseverans eggs are usually laid on host plants. To find them, examine the underside of leaves and stems of known host plants during the breeding season.
Larva Mocis disseverans larvae can be found on or near their food plants. Search by carefully inspecting the leaves, stems, and surrounding area of these plants.
Pupal Mocis disseverans pupae may be buried in the soil or concealed in leaf litter or crevices. Finding them may require gently digging around the base of host plants or searching crevices in nearby structures.
Adult Mocis disseverans adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. They can be found by setting up a light trap at night in an area where the mocis disseverans is known to inhabit.
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