22-9-2026 MONTE CORONA, VALENCIA - GRASS VENEER MOTH (Ancylolomia disparalis)

Ancylolomia disparalis is a species of snout moth belonging to the family Crambidae. It is found in parts of southwestern Europe (including France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece), Turkey, and North Africa.

The wingspan is 27–43 mm. Adults are on wing from July to October in one generation per year.[4]

The larvae feed on various grasses.

 Key Facts

• Scientific Name: Ancylolomia disparalis

• Family: Crambidae (grass-veneer moths and allies)

• Geographic Range: Southern Europe, Turkey, and North Africa (Morocco, Algeria)

• Wingspan: 27–43 mm

• Flight Period: July to October (one generation per year)

• Host Plants: Larvae feed on various grass species (Poaceae)