Dejean's Tiger Moth
Common NameDejean's Tiger Moth
Scientific NameArctia dejeani
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, yellow-orange, cream, black
HabitatMountainous regions, open woodlands, scrubland
Geographic RangeCentral Asia (e.g., Himalayas, Tibet)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, shrubs
Flight PeriodJuly to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy caterpillars (often called 'woolly bears') that feed on various low-growing plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the striking contrast between the reddish-brown and creamy-yellow forewing patterns, the bright yellowish-orange hindwings with distinct black spots, and its hairy body.
Description
This medium-sized moth features reddish-brown forewings adorned with irregular creamy-yellow bands, while its hindwings are yellowish-orange with prominent black spots and reddish-orange outer margins. Its body is hairy, with a reddish-brown thorax and an orange abdomen.
