Acronicta lepusculina
Guenée, 1852
Cottonwood Dagger Moth, Cottonwood Dagger
Acronicta lepusculina, commonly known as the cottonwood dagger , is a first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. have a wingspan of 40–50 mm and are active from May to July. The species is notable for its larval association with in the Salix, Populus, and Betula.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Acronicta lepusculina: /æˈkɹoʊnɪktə ˌlɛpəˈskjuːlɪnə/
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Distribution
Eastern North America, extending west through southern Canada to Vancouver Island and southward throughout the range. Records confirm presence in Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan in Canada, and Vermont in the United States.
Seasonality
are on from May to July, with timing varying by location.
Diet
feed on the leaves of Salix (willow), Populus (poplar/cottonwood), and Betula (birch) .