Great Tiger Moth
Common NameGreat Tiger Moth
Scientific NameArctia matronula
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)75
Primary Colorsorange, black, brown, cream
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, clearings, meadows
Geographic RangeCentral and Eastern Europe, across Russia to Siberia, Mongolia, China, Korea, Japan
Host PlantsTaraxacum, Plantago, Lonicera, Salix, Betula
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy and overwinter before pupating in spring, with adults emerging in the summer months.
Identification TipsKey features include the contrast between the dark, spotted forewings and the bright, black-spotted orange hindwings, along with the distinctive red and black striped abdomen.
Description
A large, striking moth featuring dark brown forewings with irregular cream spots, and vibrant orange-yellow hindwings heavily marked with black spots. Its robust body displays prominent red and black stripes.
