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Acrobasis palliolella
mantled acrobasis moth
Acrobasis palliolella, the mantled acrobasis moth, is a species of snout moth in the family Pyralidae. It was described by Ragonot in 1887 and is known from Ontario, Canada, and the eastern United States. The larvae feed on Carya species (hickories), including Carya ovata and Carya carolinae-septentrionalis.
Apoda
slug moths, slug caterpillar moths
Apoda is a genus of moths in the family Limacodidae, commonly known as slug moths due to the distinctive caterpillar morphology. The genus includes species whose larvae are characterized by a flattened, slug-like body form and reduced or absent prolegs, moving with a gliding motion rather than typical caterpillar crawling. Caterpillars in this genus possess venomous spines or setae that can cause painful stings upon contact with human skin. The genus is part of a larger group of limacodid moths known for their unusual larval forms and defensive capabilities.
Apoda latomia
Yellow-collared slug moth
Apoda latomia is a slug moth in the family Limacodidae. The species is known for its distinctive caterpillar that feeds on hickory foliage and has a helmet-like appearance. Adults are small, relatively nondescript moths. The species occurs in eastern North America and is most frequently encountered in its larval stage.
Apoda y-inversum
inverted Y slug moth, yellow-collared slug moth
Apoda y-inversum is a slug moth in the family Limacodidae, known for its distinctive helmet-shaped caterpillar that feeds on hickory leaves. The species ranges across eastern North America from Quebec to Florida. Adults are active from May through August and have a wingspan of 21–30 mm. The common name refers to the yellow collar marking on the adult moth.
Archips fervidana
Oak Webworm Moth
Archips fervidana, commonly known as the oak webworm moth, is a small tortricid moth with a wingspan of 18–25 mm. Its larvae are leafrollers that construct silk-bound shelters within rolled leaves. The species is distributed across eastern and central North America, with larvae feeding specifically on Carya (hickory) and Quercus (oak) species.
Archips grisea
Gray Archips Moth, Black Shield Leafroller
Archips grisea is a small tortricid moth with a wingspan of 18–22 mm, found across central and eastern North America. Larvae feed on hickory species (Carya), rolling or tying leaves for shelter. Adults are active during summer months. The species is also known as the black shield leafroller, referring to larval feeding damage.
Catocala insolabilis
Inconsolable Underwing
Catocala insolabilis, commonly known as the inconsolable underwing, is a moth in the family Erebidae. The species was described by Achille Guenée in 1852. It is characterized by the typical underwing morphology: cryptic forewings that conceal brightly colored hindwings when at rest. Adults are active from June to August with one generation per year.
Catocala lacrymosa
Tearful Underwing
Catocala lacrymosa, the Tearful Underwing, is a medium-large underwing moth in the family Erebidae. Adults are active from July to September with one generation per year. The species exhibits the characteristic underwing pattern of dull cryptic forewings that conceal brightly colored hindwings. Larvae feed on hickory species (Carya).
Catocala nebulosa
Clouded Underwing
Catocala nebulosa is a large underwing moth native to eastern and central North America. Adults are nocturnal and active from July to September, with a single generation per year. The species exhibits the characteristic underwing defense: cryptic forewings conceal brightly patterned hindwings that are flashed to startle predators. Larvae feed on bitternut hickory and black walnut.
Catocala obscura
Obscure Underwing
Catocala obscura, the obscure underwing, is a moth in the family Erebidae. It is found in eastern North America from southern Canada to the southeastern and midwestern United States. Adults are active from July to October, with a wingspan of 60–72 mm. The species is named for its relatively subdued hindwing pattern compared to other underwing moths.
Catocala residua
Residua Underwing
Catocala residua is a North American underwing moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1874. Adults are medium-sized with a wingspan of 60–73 mm and are active from July to September. The species is distinguished by its cryptic forewings and brightly patterned hindwings characteristic of the genus Catocala.
Catocala ulalume
Ulalume Underwing
Catocala ulalume, the Ulalume Underwing, is a North American moth in the family Erebidae, first described by Herman Strecker in 1878. It is one of approximately 250 species in the genus Catocala, commonly known as underwing moths for their habit of concealing brightly patterned hindwings beneath cryptic forewings when at rest. The species is distributed across the southeastern and south-central United States, with adults active during summer months and larvae specializing on hickory host plants.
Dichomeris inversella
Inverse and Kimball's Dichomeris Moth
A small gelechiid moth of eastern North America, described by Zeller in 1873. Forewings measure 6–8 mm. Adults are active from May through August. Larvae feed on Carya (hickory) species.
Megalopyge
flannel moths, puss moths
Megalopyge is a genus of moths in the family Megalopygidae, commonly known as flannel moths or puss moths. The genus contains approximately 50 described species distributed primarily in the Americas. Larvae are densely covered in hair-like setae that conceal venomous spines, making them medically significant due to severe stinging reactions in humans. Adults are relatively small, stout-bodied moths with reduced mouthparts.
Oedemasia leptinoides
black-blotched schizura, black-blotched prominent
Oedemasia leptinoides is a moth in the family Notodontidae, first described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1864. It was transferred from the genus Schizura to Oedemasia in 2021 based on molecular and morphological research. The species is known for caterpillars that engage in girdling behavior on host plants. It is found in North America.
Periclista albicollis
Periclista albicollis is a species of sawfly in the family Tenthredinidae. The genus Periclista comprises approximately 20 North American species whose larvae feed on oak and hickory. Larvae of Periclista species are distinguished by bifurcate (branched) dorsal processes, which separate them from superficially similar lepidopteran caterpillars. The specific epithet 'albicollis' refers to a white collar marking, though detailed species-level descriptions remain limited in accessible literature.
Periclista major
Periclista major is a species of sawfly in the family Tenthredinidae, subfamily Blennocampinae. Sawflies are hymenopterans whose larvae superficially resemble lepidopteran caterpillars but possess six or more pairs of prolegs rather than five or fewer. The genus Periclista contains approximately 20 North American species, with larvae typically associated with oak and hickory foliage.
Periclista marginicollis
Periclista marginicollis is a sawfly species in the family Tenthredinidae, subfamily Blennocampinae. Larvae are recognized by their green coloration and distinctive bifurcate (branched) dorsal spines. The species has a widespread eastern North American distribution and develops on oak and hickory host plants. Adults are rarely encountered compared to larvae, which feed externally on foliage.
Satyrium calanus
Banded Hairstreak
Satyrium calanus, the banded hairstreak, is a common North American butterfly in the family Lycaenidae. It is widely distributed east of the Rocky Mountains and exhibits territorial behavior. The species has a single annual brood with adults active from early June to late August. Larvae develop on oaks, hickories, and walnuts.