Laugher moth
A species of Charadra Scientific name : Charadra deridens Genus : Charadra
Laugher moth, A species of Charadra
Botanical name: Charadra deridens
Genus: Charadra
Photo By Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
The wingspan is 38–48 mm. Adults are on wing from May to August in the north. They have an extended season in Florida. 
Colors
Brown
Black
White
Habitat
beech; birch; elm; maple; oak
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Yes
The Laugher moth is not toxic and does not usually pose a threat to human health. There is no need to be overly concerned.
The Laugher moth is not toxic and does not usually pose a threat to human health. There is no need to be overly concerned.
Borer
Not reported
Phytophagous
Yes
The Laugher moth feeds on plants and usually does not cause a major problem. However, If you observe the number getting larger, you need to take it seriously.
The Laugher moth feeds on plants and usually does not cause a major problem. However, If you observe the number getting larger, you need to take it seriously.
People often ask
General Info
Species Status
It is found in Canada, and through most of the United States except the south-western states.
Distribution Area
Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba in Canada, United States
AdultSize
4 - 5 cm
Photo By Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Arthropods Class
Bugs Order
Moths and butterflies Family
Pantheidae Genus
Charadra Species
Laugher moth 
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