New Jersey Butterfly Club

Rosy Maple Moth (Dryocampa rubicunda)

Hodges number: 7715

Family: Saturniidae

Subfamily: Ceratocampinae

Wingspan: 1.3-2.0 inches

Range in NJ: Statewide

A U.S./Canada distribution map for this species is available.

Flight Period: April to August (most May-July), 1 brood.

Caterpillar Food Plants: Maples (Acer) and oaks (Quercus).

Comments: Attracted to lights. Variable in intensity of pink and yellow.