Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1290064

Diamondback Moth
Plutella xylostella

Observation date: May 05, 2021
Submitted by: wilderneyes
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: Individual was found flying in an area of grass, where it landed. It has a thin body and wing silhouette, white or pale grey in colour. A wavy marking trails over the length of the wings. Antennae are very thin, appearing as striped or segmented, and sit in a forwards position from the body. It has pale eyes with visible pupils. From the head to the end of the wings, not including antennae, it is approximately half an inch long.
Status: Resident
Verified by: James Steen
Verified date: May 19, 2025
Coordinator notes: Thanks, JAMES STEEN
Checklist region(s): Canada, Saskatchewan