Lintner's Gluphisia Moth
Common NameLintner's Gluphisia Moth
Scientific NameGluphisia lintneri
FamilyNotodontidae
SubfamilyNotodontinae
Wingspan (mm)32
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, black, tan
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, riparian areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Nova Scotia to Florida, west to Manitoba and Texas
Host Plantspoplar, aspen, willow
Flight PeriodApril to May, July to August (bivoltine)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the leaves of poplar, aspen, and willow trees. The species overwinters as a pupa in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for its mottled grey and black forewings with a prominent dark median band and a pale, often yellowish, subterminal area. The hairy body and somewhat 'crumpled' appearance when at rest are also characteristic.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with a stocky, hairy body and forewings mottled in shades of grey, black, and pale yellow, featuring distinct dark bands.
