About Spoladea recurvalis (Fabricius, 1775)
Spoladea recurvalis (Fabricius, 1775), commonly known as the beet webworm moth or Hawaiian beet webworm moth, is a moth species belonging to the family Crambidae. It has a worldwide distribution, and occurs most commonly in tropical regions. This moth has a wingspan measuring 22 to 24 mm. Its flight period ranges from May to September, with the exact timing varying based on location. Fully grown larvae of this species reach approximately 19 mm in length, and they feed on a variety of crop plants including spinach, beet, cotton, maize, and soybean.
