Three-staff Underwing
Common NameThree-staff Underwing
Scientific NameCatocala amatrix
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)80
Primary Colorsgrey, orange, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, riverine areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host PlantsPopulus, Salix
Flight PeriodJuly to October
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are cryptically colored, feeding on Poplar and Willow leaves. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, and adults are nocturnal.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its large size, camouflaged grey forewings, and bright orange hindwings with two distinct black bands and a white fringe.
Description
A large moth with mottled grey and brown forewings for camouflage, and vibrant orange hindwings marked with two prominent black bands.
