Nais Tiger Moth
Common NameNais Tiger Moth
Scientific NameArctia nais
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorscream, black, orange
HabitatOpen woodlands, meadows, forest edges, gardens
Geographic RangeCentral and Southern Europe, parts of Asia (e.g., Turkey, Caucasus, Central Asia)
Host Plantsplantain, dandelion, nettle, honeysuckle, willow
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy 'woolly bears' that feed on various herbaceous plants and shrubs. They overwinter as larvae and pupate in spring.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive creamy-yellow forewings with bold, irregular black bands and the bright orange hindwings with prominent black spots or bands.
Description
A medium-sized moth with striking forewings featuring irregular black bands on a creamy-yellow ground, and vibrant orange hindwings marked with black spots or bands.
