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Ailanthus Webworm Moth

Atteva aurea

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Attevidae ›Genus: Atteva

About

The ailanthus webworm (Atteva aurea) is an ermine moth now found commonly in the United States. It was formerly known under the scientific name Atteva punctella (see Taxonomy section). This small, very colorful moth resembles a true bug or beetle when not in flight, but in flight it resembles a wasp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ailanthus Webworm Moth?
The scientific name of Ailanthus Webworm Moth is Atteva aurea.
What kingdom does Ailanthus Webworm Moth belong to?
Ailanthus Webworm Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ailanthus Webworm Moth belong to?
Ailanthus Webworm Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Ailanthus Webworm Moth belong to?
Ailanthus Webworm Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Ailanthus Webworm Moth belong to?
Ailanthus Webworm Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Ailanthus Webworm Moth belong to?
Ailanthus Webworm Moth belongs to the family Attevidae.
What genus does Ailanthus Webworm Moth belong to?
Ailanthus Webworm Moth belongs to the genus Atteva.