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Pink-patched looper moth

Eosphoropteryx thyatyroides

A species of Eosphoropteryx

Eosphoropteryx thyatyroides, the pink-patched looper moth or pink-tinted beauty, is a moth of the family Noctuidae. The species was first described by Achille Guenée in 1852. In North America it is found from Nova Scotia and northern Ontario south to Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio and along the Appalachians from Maine to eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina; and to the west, it occurs from central Alberta and southern British Columbia, south in the Cascades to southern Oregon, and in the Rocky Mountains to northern Idaho. The wingspan is 31–38 mm. Adults are on wing from July to August in Alberta and from June to early August and mid-October in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The larvae feed on Thalictrum dioicum and Thalictrum polygamum.

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Attributes of Pink-patched looper moth
Colors
Brown
Gray
White
Pink
Habitat
lush meadow; open deciduous woodland; woodland clearing
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers, aphid honeydew, plant sap, sucrose solutions (artificial feeders)
Larva Food Source
Leaves of larix species (larch trees), leaves of conifers, foliage of betula species (birch trees), foliage of salix species (willow trees), foliage of populus species (poplar trees)
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Pink-patched looper moth
Not endangered
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Distribution Area of Pink-patched looper moth
North America
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Life Cycle of Pink-patched looper moth
Egg The egg stage for pink-patched looper moth begins when the female deposits eggs on a host plant. The eggs are tiny, round and can vary in color. They serve as the protective enclosure for the developing embryo.
Larva When the larvae hatch, they are worm-like caterpillars. Initially small and often similar to the plant's color for camouflage, they grow rapidly through a series of molts, shedding their skin to accommodate their larger size.
Pupal The larva eventually enters the pupal stage, encasing itself in a chrysalis. Inside, the pink-patched looper moth undergoes significant transformation, reorganizing its body structure. The pupa remains immobile and is often well-camouflaged.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult pink-patched looper moth's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Pink-patched looper moth Larvae
Birds, rodents, spiders, wasps, insectivorous mammals
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Scientific Classification of Pink-patched looper moth
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Youth Habitat of Pink-patched looper moth
Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Pink-patched looper moth
Forests and Woodlands
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How Can You Attract Pink-patched looper moth
Since pink-patched looper moth is a moth, light traps or bait containing fermenting fruit or sugary substances can be used to attract adult pink-patched looper moth.
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Habitat Preferences of Pink-patched looper moth Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of pink-patched looper moth are typically found on the underside of leaves or camouflaged among foliage, where they feed and develop. If you're looking for the caterpillars, search on host plants in gardens, fields, or forested areas that offer the right kind of leaves. Pupae tend to be hidden in the soil or leaf litter nearby the host plants, so gently sifting through the top layer of soil or decomposing leaves in these locations might reveal them. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light sources, so for the best chance to see them, explore near light traps or other illuminated areas during the night. However, it's important to approach with care to avoid disturbing their natural habitat.
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How and Where Can You Find Pink-patched looper moth at Different Life Stages
Egg Pink-patched looper moth eggs are typically laid on the underside of host plant leaves. Check the leaves of known host plants for tiny, spherical or oval-shaped eggs.
Larva Pink-patched looper moth caterpillars can be found on or near their food plants. Search for signs of feeding, like chewed leaves, and carefully inspect both the upper and lower sides of foliage.
Pupal Pink-patched looper moth pupae may be in the soil, leaf litter or attached to the host plant. Look for them by gently moving debris around the base of host plants or by examining the leaves and stems for attached pupae.
Adult Adult pink-patched looper moth can be found by setting up a light trap at night, as they are attracted to bright lights. Alternatively, they can also be tempted with sweet bait traps.
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