Caterpillars of the cabbage moth (Crocidolomia binotalis) feeding on cabbage

The cabbage moth (Crocidolomia binotalis). Cabbage moth adults emerge during the night. Wingspans are 2 to 2.5 cm.

Cabbage moth damage on cabbage

Cabbage moth larva: When fully grown (1.6-1.9 cm long), larvae move to pupate in the soil. The pupal stage lasts about 10 days.

Eggs of cabbage moth are laid in clusters and held together by a gelatinous glue.

Cabbage moth larvae: Upon hatching, larvae feed together on leaves and complete 5 instars in about 12 days.