Oriental three striped satin moth
Common NameOriental three striped satin moth
Scientific NameLeucoma sericea
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorswhite, orange
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, and areas with host trees
Geographic RangeEast Asia, Southeast Asia (e.g., India, China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam)
Host Plantsoak, willow, poplar, birch, cherry, apple, pear, elm
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid in clusters. Larvae are hairy and polyphagous, feeding on various broadleaf trees. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its entirely pure white, fluffy appearance and contrasting bright orange antennae and legs.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a pure white, fluffy body and satiny wings, characterized by its bright orange antennae and legs.
