Phyllodesma suberifolia
Common NamePhyllodesma suberifolia
Scientific NamePhyllodesma suberifolia
FamilyLasiocampidae
SubfamilyLasiocampinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorslight brown, tan
HabitatCork oak forests, Mediterranean scrublands
Geographic RangeIberian Peninsula, North Africa
Host PlantsQuercus suber, Quercus
Flight PeriodApril to June, August to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy and feed on oak leaves, particularly cork oak. They undergo pupation in a cocoon, typically having two generations per year.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its uniform light brown coloration, stout furry body, broad wings with wavy margins, and pectinate antennae in males. Its strong association with cork oak is a key indicator.
Description
A medium-sized, stout-bodied moth with broad, rounded wings and a furry appearance. It is uniformly light brown or yellowish-brown, often with slightly scalloped wing margins.
