About Amphipoea americana Speyer, 1875
Amphipoea americana, commonly known as the American ear moth, is a moth species that belongs to the family Noctuidae. This species was first formally described by Adolph Speyer in 1875. It ranges across northern United States and southern Canada from coast to coast, and is also found in the Northwest Territories. In the western part of its range, it extends south to California, while in the eastern part it extends south to Georgia. The wingspan of adult American ear moths measures 28 to 35 mm. Adults can be seen in flight from July to September, with timing varying based on location. The larvae of this species feed on grasses and sedges, and will sometimes feed on corn roots.
