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Grammia parthenice
The Parthenice Tiger Moth (Grammia parthenice) is a moth of the Arctiidae family. The wingspan is about 7.5 cm (3 inches. The forewings and the thorax are black, with a complex network of bold white veining and white margins. The hind wings and abdomen are orange-pink with black patches. The brightly striped pattern of the wings has inspired the common name of Tiger Moth. Their bodies are stout and furry.
It is found in Southeastern Canada, and the eastern United States. The moth is nocturnal and is attracted to light sources.
The moths are common in fields and woodland edges from June to late September. Larvae feed on dandelion, ironweed, thistles (mostly Asteraceae).
Spotted on Oct 3, 2012
Submitted on Mar 30, 2013
3 Comments
HannaCarswell: It was spotted in North Augusta, which is just across the river in South Carolina.
This was in augusta? Wow its pretty
Gorgeous! I love the summer tiger moths.