34,261 observations
Jersey Tiger
Euplagia quadripunctaria
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Lepidoptera ›Family: Erebidae ›Genus: Euplagia
About
Euplagia quadripunctaria, the Jersey tiger, is a day-flying moth of the family Erebidae. The adult wingspan is 52–65 millimetres (2.0–2.6 in), and they fly from July to September, depending on the location. They tend to fly close to Eupatorium cannabinum, where they are hard to notice because of their camouflage.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Jersey Tiger is Euplagia quadripunctaria.
- Jersey Tiger belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Jersey Tiger belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Jersey Tiger belongs to the class Insecta.
- Jersey Tiger belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
- Jersey Tiger belongs to the family Erebidae.
- Jersey Tiger belongs to the genus Euplagia.