description White satin moth Overview
The white satin moth, Leucoma salicis, is a moth in the family Erebidae described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. Adults have glossy white wings, while the larvae feed mainly on willows, poplars, and related trees. In high numbers, the caterpillars can strip foliage from host trees, which makes the species a forestry and landscape pest in parts of Europe and North America.
help White satin moth FAQ
What is the white satin moth?
The white satin moth is Leucoma salicis, a moth in the family Erebidae. Carl Linnaeus described the species in 1758.
What do white satin moth adults look like?
Adults have glossy white wings, which give the species its common name. Identification should also consider the moth's body features and location because other pale moths can look similar.
What do white satin moth caterpillars eat?
The larvae feed mainly on willows, poplars, and related trees. When populations become high, the caterpillars can strip foliage from their host trees.
Can white satin moths damage trees?
Large numbers of larvae can cause serious defoliation by eating the leaves of willows and poplars. A single moth is not equivalent to an outbreak, since the risk depends on larval abundance and tree condition.
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