Vapourer Moth
Orgyia antiqua
Order: Lepidoptera
Low Risk
Description
The Vapourer Moth is known for its distinctive tufts of hair and colorful caterpillars. The adult male moths are brown with feathered antennae, while females are wingless and remain on their cocoons.
Habitat & Distribution
Woodlands, gardens, and parks
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on a variety of deciduous trees and shrubs
Behavior & Life Cycle
Males are active flyers during the day, searching for females who emit pheromones
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