Sobrino Tiger Moth
Common NameSobrino Tiger Moth
Scientific NameLophocampa sobrina
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsbrown, white, yellow
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, suburban areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from Canada south to Florida, west to Texas)
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, elm
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy, often with tufts of hair, and feed on a variety of deciduous trees and shrubs. They pupate in a cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by the specific pattern of irregular white spots on the dark brown forewings. The fuzzy body and antennae are also characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized moth with fuzzy, yellowish-brown body and antennae. The forewings are dark brown with numerous irregular white spots, while the hindwings are paler, often yellowish-white.
