Pink-Striped Oakworm Moth

The female's wings are purplish red, blended with ochre-yellow, have thin scales, and are almost transparent. The male's wings are purplish brown with a large transparent space in the middle.[2] The females are larger than the males. The moth's wing span 4.2 centimeters to 6.6 centimeters. The conservation of the moth is usually not required.[3] The species is considered a pest of forests because it defoliates trees.[4] Mating occurs in midmorning and extends to late morning. The males attract females by buzzing similar to a bee.[5] Mating goes by fast. The male and female stay together for the rest of the day and then the female finds a place to lay eggs. The eggs are laid in clusters under oak leaves.[5] If there is an outbreak of this species, an arsenical spray can be used.[6]
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