Black-lined Chrysoecia
Common NameBlack-lined Chrysoecia
Scientific NameChrysoecia atrolinea
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, meadows
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on lichens and algae, typically found on tree trunks or rocks. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size and the unique pattern of wavy black lines on a bright orange background.
Description
A small moth with bright orange wings featuring intricate, wavy black lines across both forewings and hindwings. The head and thorax are also orange.
