The Reversed Haploa Moth has a wingspan of approximately 1.5 – 2.0 inches. It is white with a pattern of brown lines in 2 triangles on the forewing. The hindwing is clear white. The LeConte’s Haploa is very similar, but the black markings are around the edges of the outer margin, whereas part of the margin on the Haploa is clear. Both of these Haploa moths can occasionally be all white. Then they may be identified by the individuals they are associating with. The larvae are variable, black with a pale dorsal line and bluish tubercles with white, or a mixture of white and black hair.
This moth is probably common in Fontenelle Forest and Neale Woods. However, the LeConte’s Haploa is seen more often. There is one generation per year, with adults generally seen in June.
The larvae feed on a wide variety of plants including apple trees. This is a day flier and may also be seen at lights.
Disclaimer: The content of NatureSearch is provided by dedicated volunteer Naturalists of Fontenelle Forest who strive to provide the most accurate information available. Contributors of the images retain their copyrights. The point of contact for this page is: Babs Padelford.