Inactive region Sightings in this region are not currently shared with state or territory government.
Functionality has been reduced.

Leucania stenographa (Sugar Cane Armyworm)

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The Sugar Cane Armyworm is a brown moth of the Noctuidae family. The forewings have a row of several small dark dots about three quarters way to the wing tip. The hind wings are pale brown with a broken dark line around the border. They are called Armyworms because they spread in lines to feed on grass.

Other Names
Mythimna loreyimima

Size
wingspan about 35mm

Breeding
The caterpillars are an agricultural pest, feeding on crops such as Sugar Cane and pasture.

Leucania stenographa is listed in the following regions:

Canberra & Southern Tablelands | South Coast | Barwon South West