Taiwan yellow tussock moth
Common NameTaiwan yellow tussock moth
Scientific NameEuproctis taiwana
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsyellow, orange
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, and disturbed areas
Geographic RangeTaiwan, East Asia
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodMultiple generations, active year-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically hairy caterpillars, often possessing urticating hairs for defense. They pupate in cocoons, sometimes incorporating their own hairs, before emerging as nocturnal adults.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its striking uniform bright yellow-orange coloration across the entire body and wings, and its notably fuzzy appearance. Males have feathery antennae.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by its uniformly bright yellow-orange body and wings, which are densely covered in soft, hair-like scales, giving it a very fuzzy appearance.
