Clymene Moth
Common NameClymene Moth
Scientific NameHaploa clymene
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorscream, dark brown, orange
HabitatWoodlands, forest edges, open fields, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern North America (southern Canada to Florida, west to Texas)
Host Plantsoak, elm, willow, hackberry, peach
Flight PeriodJune to August
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy, feed on various deciduous trees and shrubs, overwinter as larvae, and pupate in the spring.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its cream and dark brown forewing pattern, particularly the dark costal stripe and apical patch, and its striking orange hindwings and abdomen.
Description
A medium-sized moth with cream-colored forewings featuring a broad, irregular dark brown band along the costa and a dark brown patch at the apex, complemented by bright orange hindwings and abdomen.
