Jocose sallow facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jocose sallow |
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Feralia
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F. jocosa
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| Feralia jocosa Guenée, 1852
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The jocose sallow (Feralia jocosa) is a type of moth that belongs to the Noctuidae family. A scientist named Achille Guenée first described this moth in 1852. You can find the jocose sallow moth in many places across North America.
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Where Does the Jocose Sallow Live?
This moth lives in the northeastern parts of the United States. You can find it as far south as Maryland and Ohio. It also lives north into Newfoundland and stretches west across the boreal forest. The boreal forest is a large area of northern forests. It reaches all the way to coastal British Columbia in Canada.
In some areas, like the lower mainland of Canada and Vancouver Island, a similar moth takes its place. This other moth is called Feralia deceptiva.
What Does the Jocose Sallow Look Like?
The jocose sallow moth has a wingspan of about 30 to 32 millimeters. That's about the length of a standard paperclip! Its wings are designed to help it blend in with its surroundings.
When Does the Jocose Sallow Fly?
These moths are active during the spring and early summer. They usually fly from April to June. The exact time they appear depends on where they live. Moths are often seen flying around at night.
What Do Jocose Sallow Caterpillars Eat?
The young moths are called larvae, or caterpillars. These caterpillars love to eat the leaves of Pinus species. Pine trees are a very important food source for them as they grow.
