Ferguson's Epidromia Moth
Common NameFerguson's Epidromia Moth
Scientific NameEpidromia fergusoni
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, yellowish-tan
HabitatWoodlands, forests, and areas with broadleaf trees and shrubs
Geographic RangeSouthern United States (e.g., Florida, Texas, Arizona), Mexico, Central America, and South America
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; multiple broods in warmer temperate zones
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are caterpillars that feed on various broadleaf trees and shrubs before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its overall brown coloration and the distinctive wavy, pale yellowish-tan postmedian line on the forewings, which helps it camouflage against dead leaves.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a cryptic brown and tan coloration, featuring a prominent wavy, pale yellowish-tan band across the forewings.
