Types of moths in massachusetts. The wingspan of these moths ranges from 45 65 cm and the wings are orange yellowish in color with pointed and marked forewings. Heiman hugh mcguinness bob paterson the moth photographers group mpg bugguide for identification help. If everyone who uses this resource gives a small amount we could cover our ongoing costs develop new features and upgrade the system. Consider contributing an image at the email address showcased at the bottom of this page.
Butterflies and moths of massachusetts showcase listing of butterflies and moths found in the state of massachusetts. Homorthodes furfurata the northern scurfy quaker moth or scurfy quaker moth is a species of moth in the family noctuidae it was described by augustus radcliffe grote in 1874 and is found in forest habitats in north america. We need your help. Special thanks to ken childs lula fields maury j.
Please understand that that insects do not adhere to man drawn borders on a map as such they may be found beyond the general reach as showcased on our website. Its range extends across the continent to south eastern canada massachusetts new york and mississippi.