Nadata gibbosa

(Smith, 1797)

White-dotted Prominent, Rough Prominent, Tawny Prominent

Nadata gibbosa is a common in the Notodontidae, found across North America from northern forests to Florida. are and attracted to lights, with activity beginning soon after dusk. The is most abundant in deciduous forests at elevation. Its caterpillars serve as for the Ammophila procera.

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How to pronounce Nadata gibbosa: //nəˈdeɪtə ˈdʒɪboʊsə//

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Habitat

Deciduous forests, particularly at some elevation.

Distribution

North America, ranging from northern forests (including Alberta, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan in Canada) south to Florida. Present in Vermont and across the United States.

Seasonality

fly from soon after dusk through the night. activity pattern.

Behavior

; attracted to artificial lights. return to resting sites after nocturnal activity.

Ecological Role

Caterpillars serve as prey/ for , specifically documented as a known host for Ammophila procera (Sphecidae).

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