Translucent Ermine
Common NameTranslucent Ermine
Scientific NameClemensia albata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorspale yellow-orange, gray, reddish-orange
HabitatWoodlands, forests, areas with lichens
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are lichen feeders, consuming lichens and algae found on trees and rocks.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, the characteristic pale yellowish-orange wings with gray stripes, and the contrasting reddish-orange head and thorax. Males have noticeably feathery antennae.
Description
A small moth with pale yellowish-orange forewings marked by distinct gray longitudinal stripes, a reddish-orange head, and feathery antennae.
