19,604 observationsEndangered
Tulip-tree Beauty
Epimecis hortaria
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Arthropoda βΊClass: Insecta βΊOrder: Lepidoptera βΊFamily: Geometridae βΊGenus: Epimecis
About
Epimecis hortaria, the tulip-tree beauty, is a species of Ennominae found in North America. It is found throughout New England south to Florida and west to Texas and Missouri. They can be seen flying from late March to early October. Adults are nocturnal and are attracted to lights. The immature caterpillars can be found feeding on Magnolia, Asimina, Populus, Sassafras and Liriodendron.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Tulip-tree Beauty is Epimecis hortaria.
- Tulip-tree Beauty belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Tulip-tree Beauty belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
- Tulip-tree Beauty belongs to the class Insecta.
- Tulip-tree Beauty belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
- Tulip-tree Beauty belongs to the family Geometridae.
- Tulip-tree Beauty belongs to the genus Epimecis.