Elophila icciusalis, the pondside pyralid moth,  is a moth of the family Crambidae. It is found in most of North America.
The wingspan is 16–26 mm. Adults are on wing from June to September.
The larvae are aquatic and feed on Menyanthes, Lemna, eelgrass, Potamogeton and Cyperaceae species.

Elophila icciusalis can be considered garden pests because they have a tendency to feed on various plants commonly found in gardens, potentially causing damage to the foliage and affecting the overall health and appearance of the plants.

garden pest

Elophila icciusalis can be considered crop pests because they have been known to feed on various crops, such as rice and other grains, potentially causing significant damage to the yield and quality of the crops.

crop pest

Elophila icciusalis is considered a pest because it has a tendency to feed on various plants commonly found in gardens and crops, causing damage to the foliage and affecting the yield and quality of the crops.

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Pondside Pyralid Moth

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Pondside Pyralid Moth

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