Spodoptera ornithogalli (yellow-striped armyworm, cotton cutworm) is a moth of the family Noctuidae. When first discovered this particular species was thought to be the American representative of S. littoralis as the two species have very similar forms.

The yellowstriped armyworm, Spodoptera ornithogalli (Guenée), is common in the eastern United States as far west as the Rocky Mountains, and occurs in southern Canada. However, it also is reported from southwestern states, including California.

2025年2月7日 · The yellowstriped armyworm, Spodoptera ornithogalli, is a general feeder on herbaceous plants. It is smooth, pale gray to jet black with a yellowish-orange stripe along each side and a pair of black, triangular spots on top of most segments.

Life History: Larva is named Yellow-striped Armyworm or Cotton Cutworm and can be a pest. Flight: April-November. Several broods. Caterpillar Hosts: Many low plants and crops including …

2023年9月17日 · Adult emergence begins in early April and continues into May. Egg masses placed on foliage, trees, or buildings. Eggs hatch in about 6 days, and larvae feed for 3 weeks. Sixth instar larvae burrow into soil to pupate. Moths emerge in two weeks. Entire life cycle takes 4-6 weeks. Three to four generations per year.

The yellowstriped armyworm, Spodoptera ornithogalli (Guenée), is common in the eastern United States as far west as the Rocky Mountains, and occurs in southern Canada. However, it also is reported from southwestern states, including California.

Scientific Name: Spodoptera ornithogalli (Guenée) Order: Lepidoptera. Description: Caterpillars are up to 2 inches long and vary in color from green when small to almost black when large. They have two cream yellow to orangish stripes along the back, and a prominent dark spot on the sides of the fourth body segment behind the head (the first ...

Spodoptera ornithogalli (yellow-striped armyworm, cotton cutworm) is a moth of the family Noctuidae. When first discovered this particular species was thought to be the American representative of S. littoralis as the two species have very similar forms.

The yellow-striped armyworm, Spodoptera ornithogalli, is a common pest of crops and home gardens in the eastern United States. Members of this species have a wide host range, causing fruit and foliar damage to over 17 plant families.

2025年1月31日 · Yellow-striped Armyworm Moth (Spodoptera ornithogalli) Detailing the physical features, habits, territorial reach and other identifying qualities of the Yellow-striped Armyworm Moth