List of moths of Canada (Lasiocampidae) facts for kids
Welcome to the world of moths! This page is all about the amazing moths from the Lasiocampidae family that live in Canada. Think of it as a special list that helps you learn more about each type of moth. It's also part of a bigger list about all the different moths found across Canada.
Moths are fascinating insects, often confused with butterflies. However, moths are usually active at night and have feathery antennae. The Lasiocampidae family is a group of moths sometimes called "lappet moths" or "tent caterpillar moths." Their caterpillars often build silk "tents" where they live together.
Next to each moth's name, you will see a short code. This code tells you which Canadian provinces or territories that specific moth can be found in.
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Meet the Lasiocampinae Moths
This section introduces you to some of the moths belonging to the Lasiocampinae subfamily. These moths are part of the larger Lasiocampidae family.
- Heteropacha rileyana Harvey, 1874 - You can find this moth in ON (Ontario).
- Phyllodesma americana (Harris, 1841) - This moth lives in many places: NS, PE, NB, QC, ON, MB, SK, AB, BC, and YT.
- Malacosoma americana (Fabricius, 1793) - Look for this moth in NS, PE, NB, QC, ON, MB, SK, and AB.
- Malacosoma californica (Packard, 1864) - This moth is found in QC, ON, MB, SK, AB, BC, and NT.
- Malacosoma disstria Hübner, 1820 - You can spot this moth in NS, PE, NB, QC, ON, MB, SK, AB, and BC.
Discover the Macromphaliinae Moths
Here are some of the moths from the Macromphaliinae subfamily. They are also part of the Lasiocampidae family, just like the ones above.
- Tolype dayi Blackmore, 1921 - This moth makes its home in BC (British Columbia).
- Tolype laricis (Fitch, 1856) - You can find this moth in NS, PE, NB, QC, ON, MB, SK, AB, and BC.
- Tolype notialis Franclemont, 1973 - This moth is found in ON (Ontario).
- Tolype velleda (Stoll, 1791) - Look for this moth in NS, NB, QC, and ON.
