The giant leopard moth is a member of the Erebidae family, which is also known as the Noctuoidea superfamily. This superfamily has more than 70,000 species of moths. These moths are nocturnal, but they are attracted to light at night. They have black and white spots and bands on their wings.
Originally classified as Arctiidae, the giant leopard moth was moved to the Erebidae family. It is now a member of the Arctiinae subfamily of the Erebidae family.
The giant leopard moth is found throughout the eastern and southern United States and South America. The caterpillar is two inches long and has shiny black bristles covering its body. When it reaches full size, the caterpillar spins a cocoon.
The giant leopard moth is primarily nocturnal. However, they are sometimes seen near human homes. Their name is due to their leopard-like appearance.
Giant leopard moths can be very large. Although they are a common insect, they are not dangerous to humans. They do not have poison. Some caterpillars are parasitized by tachinid flies.
Caterpillars eat weeds, fruits, and vegetables. They hibernate in the winter and emerge in the spring. The larvae feed briefly on plants before moving on to another plant. In winter, they overwinter in the stems and branches of trees.
Giant leopard moths are found across the eastern and southern United States, Canada, and Mexico. There are several different species, including Ecpantheria denudate, Ecpantheria deflorata, H. s. scribonia, and the great leopard moth.
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