Frederickia hypaethrata
Scientific NameFrederickia hypaethrata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, cream, tan
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow
Flight PeriodMay to September
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are semi-loopers that feed on the foliage of various deciduous trees and shrubs. Pupation typically occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive broad, irregular, creamy-yellow median band that sharply contrasts with the dark, mottled forewings. The overall cryptic coloration helps it blend with tree bark.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth with dark, mottled forewings prominently marked by a broad, irregular, creamy-yellow band across the middle. The hindwings are dark and less conspicuously patterned.
