Try for Free
tab list
Picture Insect
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Home Application Download FAQ
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Icon about
About
Icon about
General Info
Icon about
Search Tips
Icon about
Harmful or Not
Icon about
Harmful Effects
Icon about
Common FAQs
Icon about
Similar Insects
Icon about
Popular Insects
Harnessed tiger moth

Harnessed tiger moth

Apantesis phalerata

A species of Apantesis

The beautiful pattern on the wings and body of the harnessed tiger moth looks like a tiger's orange-and-black-striped coat. This colorful moth can be found throughout North America, generally around fields that grow corn, clover, or dandelions. It spends much of its time as a caterpillar in these fields but flies as a moth from spring to autumn.

Does the Harnessed tiger moth cause allergies?
Allergenic
General Info About Harnessed tiger moth
Instantly identify insects with a snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on bite assessment, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safe interaction tips, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Attributes of Harnessed tiger moth
Colors
Black
White
Orange
Pink
Habitat
grassland; forest
Larva Food Source
Low-growing plants, weeds, forbs, grasses, herbaceous vegetation
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
The Harnessed tiger moth has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Vestigial
qrcode
Img download isoImg download android
Rectangle
Species Status of Harnessed tiger moth
Widespread
Rectangle
Distribution Area of Harnessed tiger moth
North America
Rectangle
Life Cycle of Harnessed tiger moth
Egg The initial stage begins when the female harnessed tiger moth deposits eggs on a host plant. These eggs are small, round, and typically laid in clusters. Often, they blend with their surroundings to avoid predation.
Larva Upon hatching, the caterpillar harnessed tiger moth emerges, focusing on feeding and growth. It has a cylindrical body and distinct coloration that changes with successive molts, for camouflage or warning.
Pupal The larva harnessed tiger moth then forms a protective cocoon or chrysalis. Inside, the organism undergoes a radical transformation. During this stage, the harnessed tiger moth is motionless and vulnerable.
Adult The mature harnessed tiger moth emerges with a strikingly different appearance. Wings unfold and dry, colorful scales develop, and the insect is now mobile and dedicated to reproduction.
Rectangle
Adult Size of Harnessed tiger moth
3 - 4 cm
Rectangle
Predators of Harnessed tiger moth Larvae
Birds, rodents, larger insects, spiders
Rectangle
Scientific Classification of Harnessed tiger moth
Tips for Finding Harnessed tiger moth
Your ultimate guide to understanding insects
Unlock the secrets of insect life cycles, habitats, behaviors and observation tips!!
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Youth Habitat of Harnessed tiger moth
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
Rectangle
Adult Habitat of Harnessed tiger moth
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
Rectangle
How Can You Attract Harnessed tiger moth
Light traps are commonly used to attract adult harnessed tiger moth. Caterpillar stages might be found by providing host plants that the larvae feed on.
Rectangle
Habitat Preferences of Harnessed tiger moth Through Different Life Stages
Eggs of harnessed tiger moth are typically laid on the undersides of leaves of host plants. Caterpillars, or larvae, commonly reside on the host plants where they feed and grow, often on the leaves or stems. Pupae of harnessed tiger moth usually form in concealed locations near the ground, such as in leaf litter or just beneath the soil. To find the different growth stages, you would explore the foliage for eggs, closely inspect host plants for feeding larvae, and search the ground layer or dig lightly into the soil for pupating individuals.
Rectangle
When is the Best Time to Observe Harnessed tiger moth
The best time to find adult harnessed tiger moth is at night as many are nocturnal and attracted to light sources. Caterpillars or larval stages can often be found during the day on or near their host plants.
Are Harnessed tiger moth harmful?
Your Complete Pest Control Guide
Discover effective tips for preventing and eliminating pest infestations to keep bugs away from your home.
Download the App for Free
Harmful Effects of Harnessed tiger moth
Reveal the harmful impacts of diverse insects
Explore the dangers of insects related to toxicity, lethality, human biting, human stinging, pathogenicity, hematophagy, allergenicity, parasitism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Icon toxic for
Allergenic
Rectangle
Does the Harnessed tiger moth cause allergies?

Harnessed tiger moth larvae, due to their hair, can cause mild allergies in a small number of people upon contact. Common symptoms include skin irritation. The risk is generally low, but individuals should handle with care to avoid allergic reactions.

More Effects of Harnessed tiger moth

Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Insect Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and answers on bites, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safety tips!
Download the App for Free
Other Popular Insects
Western honey bee
Western honey bee

Western honey bee(Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.

Read More
Arrow
Monarch butterfly
Monarch butterfly

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.

Read More
Arrow
Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Japanese rhinoceros beetle

The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.

Read More
Arrow
Silkworm
Silkworm

The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.

Read More
Arrow
Menelaus blue morpho
Menelaus blue morpho

Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.

Read More
Arrow
Atlas moth
Atlas moth

While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.

Read More
Arrow
Flying peacock spider
Flying peacock spider

Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.

Read More
Arrow
Multicolored asian ladybeetle
Multicolored asian ladybeetle

Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.

Read More
Arrow