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Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth

Malacosoma disstria

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Lasiocampidae ›Genus: Malacosoma

About

The forest tent caterpillar moth (Malacosoma disstria) is a North American moth found throughout the United States and Canada, especially in the eastern regions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth?
The scientific name of Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth is Malacosoma disstria.
What kingdom does Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belong to?
Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belong to?
Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belong to?
Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belong to?
Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belong to?
Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belongs to the family Lasiocampidae.
What genus does Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belong to?
Forest Tent Caterpillar Moth belongs to the genus Malacosoma.