Plutella xylostella (Diamondback moths) sometimes called as cabbage moth  are considered pests as they feed on the leaves of cruciferous crops and plants that produce glucosinolates. The small, grayish-brown moth sometimes has a cream-colored band that forms a diamond along its back. The moth has a short life cycle (14 days at 25 °C), is highly fecund, and is capable of migrating long distances. It has diamondback moth has a wingspan of about 15 mm and a body length of 6 mm. The forewings are narrow, brownish gray and lighter along the anterior margin, with fine, dark speckles. A creamy-colored stripe with a wavy edge on the posterior margin is sometimes constricted to form one or more light-colored diamond shapes, which is the basis for the common name of this moth. It is a serious pest of Cabbage, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Mustard, Radish, Brussels sprout.