White Satin Moth
Common NameWhite Satin Moth
Scientific NameLeucoma salicis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorswhite
HabitatDeciduous woodlands, riparian areas, parks, gardens, urban areas
Geographic RangeEurope, Asia, North America (introduced)
Host Plantspoplar, willow, aspen, birch, oak
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid in clusters on host tree bark. Larvae are dark, hairy caterpillars with white spots and red tubercles, feeding on leaves before pupating in a silken cocoon.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its entirely pure white, satiny appearance, fluffy white body, and distinctively black and white striped antennae.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its pure white, satiny wings and a fluffy white body, often resting with wings folded tent-like.
