Crambus perlella is a species of moth of the family Crambidae. It is found in Europe and east across the Palearctic. The wingspan is 19–28 mm. The face is rather prominent. Forewings very shining whitish, often ochreous -tinged ; veins and dorsal area often more or less broadly suffused with dark grey ; cilia shining white. Hindwings are grey, sometimes much suffused with ochreous -whitish, sometimes posteriorly dark grey. The larva is light greygreenish or greyish-ochreous ; dorsal line darker ; spots brown ;head pale yellow -brown, darker-marked
 The moth flies from July to August depending on the location.
 The larvae feed on various grasses. Adults feed on the nectar of Leucanthemum species.

Crambus perlella is considered a garden pest because it feeds on a variety of plants, including vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants, causing damage to their foliage and potentially reducing their overall health and productivity.

garden pest

Crambus perlella is considered a crop pest because it feeds on various crops, such as grains, vegetables, and fruits, causing damage to the plants and potentially reducing crop yields.

crop pest

Crambus perlella is considered a pest because it feeds on a wide range of plants, including garden vegetables and crops, causing damage to their foliage and potentially reducing their productivity and yield.

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