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Changeable Grass-veneer

Fissicrambus mutabilis

The Changeable Grass-veneer is a small, colorful moth that loves to flutter around grassy areas. Its wings can change colors, making it look different depending on where it is!

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Changeable Grass-veneer is a small, slender moth, typically pale yellowish-brown with darker stripes or silvery scales on its forewings. Its markings can vary greatly, often making it blend seamlessly with dry grasses.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyCrambidaeGenusFissicrambus
Changeable Grass-veneer
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Changeable Grass-veneer

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

1

Interesting facts

Baby grass-veneers, called caterpillars, live underground munching on grass roots!

Its scientific name, *mutabilis*, means "changeable", because its wing patterns can vary!

Some grass-veneers have sparkly silver scales that shimmer in the sunlight!

This tiny moth is often active at dusk, flitting low over grassy fields like a dancer!

Special abilities

Ability

Grass Camouflage

Changeable Grass-veneer has earthy patterns and colors that help them blend perfectly into dry grasses and hide from predators.

Ability

Nectar Sipper

Changeable Grass-veneer can unfurl a long proboscis to sip sweet nectar from flowers for energy.

Ability

Shape-Shifter Life

Changeable Grass-veneer can completely transform from a grass-eating caterpillar into a flying moth.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
16-30 mm
Size
8-15 mm
Lifespan
5-14 days
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Adults drink flower nectar, but their hungry caterpillars munch on grass roots underground.

Age differences: Larvae eat grass roots and stems, while adult moths drink nectar from various flowers.

Primary Foods

  • Nectar
  • Grass roots
  • Grass blades

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

These moths are harmless, but it's best to watch them from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Changeable Grass-veneer?

The easiest way to identify Changeable Grass-veneer is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

What is Changeable Grass-veneer's wingspan?

16-30 mm

How big is Changeable Grass-veneer?

8-15 mm

How long does Changeable Grass-veneer live?

5-14 days

What does Changeable Grass-veneer eat?

Adults drink flower nectar, but their hungry caterpillars munch on grass roots underground.

Where is Changeable Grass-veneer usually found?

Grasslands

How does Changeable Grass-veneer hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Changeable Grass-veneer have?

6

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