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Transparent Quaker Moth - Orthosia transparens

Native Species

Global Rank: GNR
State Rank: SNR


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General Description
The Transparent Quaker Moth (Orthosia transparens) wingspan is about 37 mm. The forewing is falcate, light red to dark red-brown with a black reniform spot. The hindwing is dark gray to black. The males have filiform antennae (USGS 2006).

Phenology
The Transparent Quaker Moth flies in early spring (USGS 2006).

Range Comments
The Transparent Quaker Moth is common in dry forests in the Pacific West (USGS 2006).

Observations in Montana Natural Heritage Program Database
Number of Observations: 3

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Food Habits
Larvae feed on the foliage of madrone (Arbutus menziesii) and Rhododendron (USGS 2006).

References
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Transparent Quaker Moth — Orthosia transparens.  Montana Field Guide.  .  Retrieved on , from