Juno Buckmoth
Common NameJuno Buckmoth
Scientific NameHemileuca juno
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilyHemileucinae
Wingspan (mm)65
Primary Colorsblack, white, yellow
HabitatArid and semi-arid regions, desert scrub, chaparral
Geographic RangeSouthwestern United States (Arizona, New Mexico, Texas) and northern Mexico
Host PlantsAcacia, Prosopis, Larrea tridentata, Cercidium
Flight PeriodSeptember to November
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid in late fall and overwinter, hatching in spring. Larvae feed through spring and summer, pupating underground, with adults emerging in the fall.
Identification TipsKey features include the black wings with a broad white band and a yellow spot on the forewings, feathery antennae, and its day-flying habit in arid southwestern habitats during autumn.
Description
A medium-sized, day-flying moth with velvety black wings featuring prominent white bands and small yellow discal spots on the forewings.
