Norba Slug Moth
Common NameNorba Slug Moth
Scientific NameEuclea norba
FamilyLimacodidae
SubfamilyLimacodinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorsbrown, purple, green
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, forest edges
Geographic RangeSoutheastern United States (Maryland south to Florida, west to Texas)
Host Plantsoak, cherry, maple, willow, birch, hickory
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are slug-like (limaciform) and possess stinging hairs. They construct a hard, oval cocoon for pupation, often attached to twigs or leaves.
Identification TipsLook for the characteristic purplish-brown forewings combined with a prominent, often triangular or irregular, bright green patch near the base of the forewing. The stout, hairy body is also typical of slug moths.
Description
A small, robust moth with purplish-brown forewings that are mottled with darker shades, featuring a distinctive bright green patch near the base. The hindwings are plainer brown.
