About Cisthene packardii (Grote, 1863)
Cisthene packardii, commonly known as Packard's lichen moth, is a species of moth belonging to the family Erebidae. This species was first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1863. In the United States, it can be found in the region stretching from New York to Florida, and from Missouri to Texas. The adult moth has an approximate wingspan of 19 mm. In the southern parts of its range, adult moths are active from February through December. The larvae of this species feed on algae and lichens. Larvae are grey to charcoal in color, with a mottled black head. When fully grown, larvae reach an approximate length of 12 mm.
