Ostrinia nubilalis (Hübner, 1796)
european corn-borer
polyphagous
gall
the larva lives as a borer. Frass is partly extruded. Inside a Lepidoptera larva. Hibernation, and subsequent pupation in the gall in a cocoon.
According to Buhr no galling is caused; the reference in Roskam needs confirmation.
hostplants
extremely polyphagous, both on monocots and dicots
Artemisia; Humulus lupulus; Zea mays.
synonyms
Pyrausta nubilalis.
notes
the “European corn borer” is worldwide an important pest on cereals, especially maize.
references
Beirne (1954a), Capinera (2014a), Hering (1957a), Robbins (1991a), Roskam (2009a), Szőcs (1977a).