The Clymene Moth is a striking day-flying moth with white wings bearing a distinctive black cross-like marking that inspired its biblical-looking pattern. It is one of the most easily recognized North American moths. Adults visit flowers by day but also fly at night and come to lights. Its bold pattern is thought to be aposematic, advertising chemical protection.
Habitat
Forest edges, open woodlands, and gardens
Diet
Larvae: oak, peach, willow, and other plants. Adults: nectar
How common
Common
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