Distinct Tolype
Common NameDistinct Tolype
Scientific NameTolype distincta
FamilyLasiocampidae
SubfamilyLasiocampinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsgrey, white, brown
HabitatDeciduous and mixed forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern North America (southern Canada to Florida, west to Texas)
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, cherry
Flight PeriodAugust to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy and feed on the foliage of various deciduous trees. They pupate in a cocoon, and adults are nocturnal.
Identification TipsLook for the very furry grey body, the distinctive wavy dark grey lines on the lighter grey forewings, and the prominent dark brown tuft on the thorax.
Description
A robust, medium-sized moth with a very furry, grey body and feathery antennae. Its forewings are light grey with prominent, wavy, dark grey transverse lines.
