Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Linden Looper Moth (Erannis tiliaria - 6665)



Linden Looper Moth
Erannis tiliaria - 6665

Typically a "winter moth", and Winter Moth is this species other common name.

Host plants are numerous, including Hosts include basswood, apple, ash, beech, birch, elm, maple, oak, poplar.

This is a male moth; females are wingless.

Source: BugGuide

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1 comment:

  1. I need to get do some exploring of moths next season..I find them as interesting as butterflies..

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