Turbata Tussock Moth
Common NameTurbata Tussock Moth
Scientific NameLymantria turbata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsbrown, orange, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEast Asia (Japan, Korea, China)
Host Plantsoak, chestnut, cherry, apple, willow, poplar
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy caterpillars that feed on various deciduous trees. They pupate in cocoons, and the adults emerge, with males being winged and females often having reduced wings.
Identification TipsLook for the combination of rich brown forewings with distinct orange-brown spots and the prominent, feathery antennae in males. The overall robust, hairy appearance is also characteristic of tussock moths.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth with rich brown forewings featuring several prominent, somewhat circular orange-brown spots. It has a robust, hairy body and distinctive large, feathery antennae.
