Pyrausta orphisalis, the orange mint moth or orange-spotted pyrausta, is a species of moth of the family Crambidae. It was described by Francis Walker in 1859.[1][3] It is found in North America from Newfoundland west to British Columbia, south to Florida and New Mexico.[3]

The wingspan is about 15-17 mm.[1][3] The moth flies from mid June to late July depending on the location.[3]

The larvae feed on various mint species, including Monarda.[3]

References

  1. ^ a b c McLeod, Robin (12 January 2005). "Species Pyrausta orphisalis - Orange Mint Moth - Hodges#5058". Bugguide. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
  2. ^ "Pyrausta orphisalis". NatureServe Explorer. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
  3. ^ a b c d e Bird, C. D. (2008). "Pyrausta orphisalis, University of Alberta E.H. Strickland Entomological Museum". University of Alberta Museums Search Site. Retrieved 2021-04-21.