Ailanthus Webworm Moth - Atteva aurea

TL: ~15 mm long. Orange forewings are boldly patterned with wide black-edged bands of pale yellow spots.

Habitat: Attracted to a 365 + 395 nm LED light in a semi-rural area

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comments (4)

Calbost Niel

Lion

Great pattern Posted 4 years ago
1. Christine Young
  
  Lion
  
  The moth says, 'thanks'. Posted 4 years ago

Patomarazul

Lion

This are always such a beauty! Posted 4 years ago
1. Christine Young
  
  Lion
  
  Yes! Posted 4 years ago

The Ailanthus webworm

The ailanthus webworm is an ermine moth now found commonly in the United States. It was formerly known under the scientific name "Atteva punctella". This small, very colorful moth resembles a true bug or beetle when not in flight, but in flight it resembles a wasp.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies

Species identified by Christine Young