Nerice bidentata
Walker, 1855
Double-toothed Prominent, base-streaked prominent moth, double-toothed prominent moth
Nerice bidentata is a North American in the Notodontidae. are active in spring and summer, with a single per year in northern . The is notable for its larvae, which feed on elm leaves and exhibit camouflage resembling leaf edges.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Larvae distinguished by chalky-green color and leaf-edge mimicry on Ulmus . may be recognized by size and , though specific diagnostic features for separating from related prominent moths are not documented in available sources.
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Habitat
Associated with elm (Ulmus) trees. Specific requirements beyond presence are not documented.
Distribution
Eastern and central North America: Nova Scotia south to Florida, west to Texas, north to Saskatchewan. Present in Manitoba, Vermont, and other provinces/states within this range.
Seasonality
: April to September, with peak activity May to August in northern areas. One per year in the north. Larvae: June to October.
Diet
Larvae feed on leaves of Ulmus (elms). feeding habits not documented.
Host Associations
- Ulmus - larval food plantspecific of Ulmus not specified
Life Cycle
One per year in northern parts of range. stage not specified in available sources.
Behavior
Larvae exhibit camouflage , resting on leaf edges to avoid detection.
Ecological Role
Herbivore on elm trees. Specific ecological impacts or interactions not documented.
Human Relevance
Minor potential as a defoliator of ornamental or native elms. No significant economic or cultural importance documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Nerice speciesSame , likely similar larval and use; specific distinguishing features not documented
- Other Notodontidae larvae on UlmusShared plant and general prominent larval form; N. bidentata larvae distinguished by chalky-green color and leaf-edge mimicry
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Taxonomic Note
Catalogue of Life lists this name as a synonym, but GBIF and other sources treat Nerice bidentata Walker, 1855 as accepted. Taxonomic status may require verification.