Orange-banded Tripudia Moth
Common NameOrange-banded Tripudia Moth
Scientific NameTripudia quadrifera
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, black, brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, forest edges, fields, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, possibly Asteraceae
Flight PeriodApril to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae feed on herbaceous plants before pupating, and adults emerge to reproduce.
Identification TipsEasily identified by the striking, broad orange band that contrasts sharply with the otherwise dark forewings.
Description
A small moth characterized by its dark forewings prominently marked with a bright orange band across the middle. The outer portion of the forewing displays mottled patterns of dark brown, reddish-brown, and subtle lighter scales.
