New England Buck Moth – Hemileuca lucina

New England Buck Moth– Hemileuca lucina Common Name: New England Buck Moth Latin Name: Hemileuca lucina Appearance: The New England Buck Moth is a medium-sized moth with a wingspan of 2-3 inches. The forewings are grayish-brown with a distinct white spot, and the hindwings are orange-red with black margins.

• Egg: The eggs of the New England Buck Moth are small and pale yellow and are laid in clusters on the leaves of host plants.
• Pupae:The pupae of the New England Buck Moth are dark brown and are found in silk cocoons in the soil.
• Larva:The larvae of the New England Buck Moth are black and hairy with yellow stripes along their bodies.
• Adults:The adult New England Buck Moth has a stout body with furry legs and antennae. Males have feathery antennae.

Host plants: The New England Buck Moth feeds on various deciduous trees, including oak, cherry, apple, and maple. Territory: The New England Buck Moth is found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia and west to Minnesota. Damages caused by New England Buck Moth: The New England Buck Moth larvae can defoliate host plants, and their hairs can cause skin irritation and respiratory problems in humans. Life history and Habits: The New England Buck Moth is a univoltine species with one generation per year. Adults emerge from cocoons in the spring and mate. Females lay eggs on host plants, and larvae hatch and feed on the leaves. After several molts, larvae pupate in silk cocoons in the soil. The pupal stage lasts several weeks before adults emerge, and the cycle starts again.