Yellow-headed Lichen Moth
Common NameYellow-headed Lichen Moth
Scientific NameAtteva aurea
FamilyYponomeutidae
SubfamilyAttevinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorswhite, yellow
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, urban areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host PlantsTree-of-Heaven
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are gregarious webworms, feeding on the leaves of host plants, often creating silken webs before pupating in cocoons.
Identification TipsKey features include the bright yellow/orange head contrasting with the pale grey/white body and wings, and its association with the Tree-of-Heaven host plant.
Description
A small moth characterized by its bright yellow or orange head and mostly pale grey to white body and wings.
