Gypsy Moth
Lymantria dispar
The adult moth is found near the wooded and urban trees that supported its larval stage. It is short-lived and focused on reproduction rather than feeding, with males flying in search of female pheromones. Females of this subspecies have wings but are heavy-bodied and usually poor flyers. A notable sign is the tan, fuzzy egg mass left on bark, stones, or human-made surfaces.
- Type
- Wing
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
- Gypsy Moth Caterpillar
- ?
- Gypsy Moth