Chosen Sallow Moth
(Psaphida electilis - 10012)
Identification: The coloration of this species shows geographical variation: northern specimens tend to have dark gray forewings with contrasting reddish-brown markings; southern specimens are usually paler gray and less contrasting overall, with little or no brown in the forewings. (Dean Edwards)
Range: Quebec and Ontario to Florida, west to Texas and Wisconsin.
Habitat: Deciduous woodlands; adults are nocturnal and come to light.
Season: Adults fly in April and May. Larvae present from mid to late spring.
Food: larvae feed on leaves of hickory and walnut.
Life Cycle: One generation per year; eggs are laid on buds of hostplant; overwinters as a pupa in soil, sometimes for more than a single year.
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(Psaphida electilis - 10012)
Identification: The coloration of this species shows geographical variation: northern specimens tend to have dark gray forewings with contrasting reddish-brown markings; southern specimens are usually paler gray and less contrasting overall, with little or no brown in the forewings. (Dean Edwards)
Range: Quebec and Ontario to Florida, west to Texas and Wisconsin.
Habitat: Deciduous woodlands; adults are nocturnal and come to light.
Season: Adults fly in April and May. Larvae present from mid to late spring.
Food: larvae feed on leaves of hickory and walnut.
Life Cycle: One generation per year; eggs are laid on buds of hostplant; overwinters as a pupa in soil, sometimes for more than a single year.
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2 comments:
beautiful image! very detailed!
A book about moths could be done with your images. What a soft looking creature.
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