Small Mocis Moth

The Small Mocis Moth or Striped Grass Looper is a species of moth of the Erebidae family. It is found from North America . The forewings are yellowish brown variably shaded with darker brown. Females are more yellowish to reddish than the males. The hindwings are yellowish brown with dark brown shading and two faint lines. Adults are on wing from June to October.

The larvae feed on various grasses, including rice and corn. They have also been recorded feeding on beans and turnip.