Nola cereella, the sorghum webworm, is a moth of the family Nolidae. The species was first described by Louis Augustin Guillaume Bosc in 1800. It is found in the southeastern parts of the United States, from Texas to Florida, and north to New York. From North America its range extends southward through Puerto Rico and Suriname down to Argentina.

The wingspan is 12–18 mm. Adults are on wing from July to September depending on the location.
The larvae feed on Sorghum vulgare.

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Nola cereella is considered a tree pest because it feeds on the foliage and bark of trees, causing damage to their health and overall structure. Additionally, their larvae can bore into the wood, further compromising the tree's integrity.

tree pest

Nola cereella can be considered garden pests because they have a tendency to feed on the leaves and stems of various garden plants, causing damage and reducing their overall health and productivity. Additionally, their presence in gardens can attract other pests and disrupt the balance of the ecosystem.

garden pest

Nola cereella can be considered crop pests because they have been known to feed on various crops, such as corn, wheat, and rice, causing damage to the plants and reducing crop yields. Their feeding activity can result in economic losses for farmers and impact food production.

crop pest

Nola cereella is considered a pest because it feeds on the foliage, bark, and wood of trees, causing damage to their health and structure, as well as being known to feed on garden plants and crops, leading to reduced productivity and economic losses.

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