Types of moths in wisconsin. The caterpillars called hornworms of this species reach nearly 3 inches in length and feed on a wide range of plants. If everyone who uses this resource gives a small amount we could cover our ongoing costs develop new features and upgrade the system. Around the garden some species such as squash vine borer for example can cause damage. Questionable species concepts where we are uncertain if a second species are involved appear in green font with at.
Mothra a recurring character in the godzilla franchise. But the truth is that moths are a beautiful and interesting wildlife group that anyone can attract to a garden. Moth insects found in the state of wisconsin. Killer moth or drury walker a supervillain in american comic books.
If two species go under one name and both occur in wi they are each listed. While white lined sphinx moths are regularly encountered around the midwest 2018 was especially good for this species in wisconsin. See more ideas about moth wisconsin insects. See adult clearwing moths in the garden is a good indication of potential infestation.
Return to results page for wisconsin insects. Entries are listed below in alphabetical order. Species can be found across the country in most residential areas and they can be a problem because their larvae develop within trees and garden plants. The muted colors of many species along with the reputation of a tiny fraction of them as crop or wardrobe pests has done little to endear moths to the average gardener.
The caterpillar of the gypsy moth lymantria dispar causes severe damage to forests in the northeastern united states where it is an invasive speciesin temperate climates the codling moth causes extensive damage especially to fruit farms. We need your help. Names where two species go under one name but only one occurs in wi appear in purple font with 2 e us1 wi. You will be able to narrow down the results to.
Peppered moth biston betularia the subject of a now well known study in evolution. There are a total of 411 wisconsin butterflies and moths found in the insect identification database. Nov 24 2013 explore aaron carlsons board moths of wisconsin on pinterest. Click on the x found on each entry below to hide specific bugs from this pages listing.
Wax moths galleria mellonella achroia grisella other.