Croci or Cabbagehead Moth

Description:

Croci was considered the foremost pest of crucifers (cauliflower, cabbage, garden cress, bok choy, broccoli, brussels sprouts and similar green leaf vegetables) in the Old World until the advent of synthetic insecticides . Even a single larva will destroy an entire plant by feeding on its growing center. Larvae are extremely mobile and can easily travel 2 or more meters to reach a preferred host plant.

Habitat:

Urban garden.

Notes:

(Crambidae; Evergestinae)