Black Arches
Common NameBlack Arches
Scientific NameLymantria monacha
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, black
HabitatConiferous and mixed forests, often in mountainous regions
Geographic RangeEurope, Siberia, Japan, Korea, China
Host Plantspine, spruce, fir, larch, oak, birch, beech, willow
Flight PeriodJuly to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid in bark crevices in late summer, overwinter, and hatch in spring. Larvae feed on tree foliage until pupation in early summer, with adults emerging a few weeks later.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bold black and white wavy pattern on the forewings, a white body with black spots, and prominent feathery antennae, especially in males.
Description
A medium-sized moth with striking black and white patterned wings, featuring wavy black lines and spots on a white background, and feathery antennae.
