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Geranium plume moth

Geranium plume moth

Sphenarches anisodactylus

A species of Sphenarches

The wingspan is about 1 cm. Both the forewings and hindwings are composed of feather-like plumes. These are buff with brown marks. When resting, the moth sits with its abdomen curved up into the air and its wings held at right angles to the body with the plumes folded.

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Attributes of Geranium plume moth
Colors
Brown
Habitat
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Adult Food Sources
Nectar from various flowers
Larva Food Source
Leaves and stems of host plants, often plants from the family acanthaceae
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Geranium plume moth 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
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Geranium plume moth
It is found in western Africa, Madagascar, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Japan, the New Hebrides and Central and South America, as well as Australia. It is also present in the United States.
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Distribution Area of Geranium plume moth
Western Africa, Madagascar, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Japan, the New Hebrides, Central and South America, Australia, United States
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Life Cycle of Geranium plume moth
Egg The eggs of geranium plume moth are laid on suitable host plants. These eggs are tiny and may vary in color. Incubation period varies, but upon hatching, larvae will emerge.
Larva As larvae, geranium plume moth feed voraciously, often on leaves. This stage sees the most rapid growth. The larvae shed their skin multiple times while they increase in size.
Pupal The larva of geranium plume moth undergoes a transformation within a cocoon, metamorphosing into a pupa. This stage is immobile and appears as a resting phase externally, while internally complex changes occur.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult geranium plume moth boasts patterned wings and functional reproductive organs. As mature insects, they are highly mobile, seeking mates and nectar sources.
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Adult Size of Geranium plume moth
1 cm
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Predators of Geranium plume moth Larvae
Birds, rodents, insectivorous lizards, predatory insects
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Predators of Adult Geranium plume moth
Bats, birds, spiders, insectivorous mammals
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Scientific Classification of Geranium plume moth
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Youth Habitat of Geranium plume moth
Tropical Rainforests, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Geranium plume moth
Tropical Rainforests, Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Geranium plume moth
Since geranium plume moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera, adults are likely to be attracted to sources of nectar or other sweet substances that mimic the sugars found in flowers. Setting traps with bait consisting of fermenting fruit or a solution of sugar, water, and yeast can be effective.
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Habitat Preferences of Geranium plume moth Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of geranium plume moth are typically found on the undersides of leaves of their host plants, while the caterpillar stage is usually seen on the stems or concealed within the plant tissue where they feed and develop. Pupation for geranium plume moth commonly occurs in a silky cocoon in a hidden location near the food source, such as in leaf litter or crevices. Adults are generally found in areas with abundant flowering plants, as they feed on nectar. To look for these stages, search host plants for eggs, inspect plant stems and tissue for caterpillars, check protected spots for pupae, and visit flowering plants for adults.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Geranium plume moth
For adult geranium plume moth moths, the suitable time for searching is usually around dusk or at night when they are most active. For larvae or caterpillars, searching during daylight hours may be more appropriate as they feed and are more visible.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Geranium plume moth
Calm, warm, and humid nights are ideal for adult geranium plume moth activity. Avoid windy or rainy weather which can deter them from flying. For larvae, aim for a dry and moderate climate, as very wet conditions may not be conducive to finding them on vegetation.
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of geranium plume moth can cause mild to severe damage across various crops by chewing plant tissues. Infested leaves and flowers exhibit visible injury, leading to reduced photosynthesis and compromised plant vigor. Severe infestations can decrease yields and quality, posing a risk to agricultural productivity and affecting food supply for humans.

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