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Yellow Collared Scape Moth

Cisseps fulvicollis

The Yellow Collared Scape Moth (Cisseps fulvicollis) is a species that can be easily recognized by its unique features. Its yellow/orange collar gives the moth its name, and its hindwings have a clear, scale-free patch in the center.

This moth can be found throughout North America, with the caterpillar feeding on various plants such as dandelions and clovers. The Yellow Collared Scape Moth is a valuable pollinator, visiting a variety of flowers to feed on nectar.

Habitat
fields and meadows with weeds and flowers
Scientific Name
Cisseps fulvicollis
Status
Common
Wing Span
30mm to 37mm
General Size
Small
Wing Color
black
black
white
white
Marking's Color
orange
orange
yellow
yellow
Markings Pattern
Color Patches

Characteristics describe the physical and behavioral traits that distinguish a species from others. This section helps readers identify and differentiate between similar species, aiding in species identification and reducing the chance of misidentification.

Identifying Characteristics

  1. Hindwings have clear, scale-free patch in the center

  2. Black thorax

  3. Yellow/orange collar goes almost straight across, making a line

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