Glorious Habrosyne Moth
Common NameGlorious Habrosyne Moth
Scientific NameHabrosyne gloriosa
FamilyDrepanidae
SubfamilyThyatirinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, white, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous and mixed forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Nova Scotia west to Manitoba and south to Florida and Texas
Host Plantsbirch, alder, hazel
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: eggs hatch into larvae (caterpillars) that feed on host plant leaves, then pupate, and finally emerge as adult moths.
Identification TipsLook for the unique combination of white and brown wavy lines across the forewings, especially the 'glorious' pattern, and a noticeable dark basal patch. The overall cryptic, bark-like appearance is also a key feature.
Description
This moth features intricately patterned forewings with a striking mix of white, light brown, and dark brown markings, characterized by prominent wavy lines and a distinctive dark patch near the wing base. Its body is fuzzy and light brown.
