Lurid Lappet Moth
Common NameLurid Lappet Moth
Scientific NameLomera lurida
FamilyLasiocampidae
SubfamilyLasiocampinae
Wingspan (mm)37.5
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsbrown, tan
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, shrublands
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, cherry
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy and feed on various deciduous trees and shrubs. They pupate in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the robust, very hairy body, uniform dull brown coloration, and strongly bipectinate antennae (especially in males).
Description
A medium-sized, robust moth with a very hairy body and wings, typically dull brown or tan, and prominent bipectinate antennae in males.
