Spotted Thyris Moth
Common NameSpotted Thyris Moth
Scientific NameThyris maculata
FamilyThyrididae
SubfamilyThyridinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, orange, white
HabitatWoodlands, forest edges, open fields, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southern Canada to Florida and west to Texas
Host PlantsClematis spp.
Flight PeriodMay to August (multiple broods)
Flight Styledarting
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the leaves of Clematis vines, pupating in a cocoon. There are typically two or more generations per year.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, dark mottled wings with distinct white spots, and its association with Clematis host plants.
Description
This small moth has dark, mottled wings with prominent white spots and patches, and an orange-brown body.
