The Eight-spotted Forester is a day-flying moth that closely resembles a butterfly, with velvety black wings marked by two yellow forewing spots and two white hindwing spots, plus bright orange leg tufts. It visits flowers actively by day and can be mistaken for a small black butterfly. It is one of the most striking moths in eastern North America.
Habitat
Forest edges, gardens, and vineyards with wild grape
Diet
Larvae: Virginia creeper and wild grape. Adults: nectar from flowers
How common
Common
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