Common Gluphisia Moth
Common NameCommon Gluphisia Moth
Scientific NameGluphisia septentrionis
FamilyNotodontidae
SubfamilyNotodontinae
Wingspan (mm)33
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, black
HabitatDeciduous and mixed forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Newfoundland south to Florida, west to Manitoba and Texas
Host Plantspoplar, aspen, birch, willow
Flight PeriodApril to September (multiple broods)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the leaves of host trees, then pupate in a cocoon in leaf litter or soil. There are typically two or more generations per year.
Identification TipsLook for the overall mottled grey appearance with a distinct, irregular dark median band across the forewings. The fuzzy body and antennae are also characteristic.
Description
A small to medium-sized, fuzzy grey moth with mottled forewings featuring a prominent dark, irregular median band and a pale subterminal line.
