Common NameYellow-edged FootmanSeasonalityJuly - August.IdentificationBecause of its relatively small size, this species could possibly be mistaken for a micro-moth. However, the comparatively large hindwing and a yellow forewing costa distinguishs this species.
Scientific NameEilema bicolorCommon Name
Yellow-edged Footman
Habitat
Found in the boreal forest. Sporadic in the parkland and riparian cottonwoods in the prairies.
Seasonality
July - August.
Identification
Because of its relatively small size, this species could possibly be mistaken for a micro-moth. However, the comparatively large hindwing and a yellow forewing costa distinguishs this species.
Life History
No information available.
Conservation
Common.
Diet Info
Lichens growing on conifers, although development can occur on the conifer needles themselves (McGugan, 1958). Since this species also occurs in non-coniferous habitats, larvae must also feed on other lichens,…
Lichens growing on conifers, although development can occur on the conifer needles themselves (McGugan, 1958). Since this species also occurs in non-coniferous habitats, larvae must also feed on other lichens, possibly those associated with mature aspen and poplar trees.
Range
Newfoundland west to Yukon and Alaska, south through B.C. and Alberta.
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Page Citation for Eilema bicolor
Page Citation
"Species Details - Eilema bicolor, University of Alberta E.H. Strickland Entomological Museum." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/g/2-1943. Accessed 13 Nov. 2024.
References
AuthorMcGugan, B. M.
TitlePapilionidae - Arctiidae
Publication Date1958
Series TitleForest Lepidoptera of Canada
Volume1
Pages76
AuthorSchmidt, B. C.
TitleThe tiger moths (Arctiidae) of Alberta.
Publication Date2000
Pages36
Specimen Information
There are 121 specimens of this Species.
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121 results plotted on map in 46 markers. Note: Only records with latitude and longitude coordinates are plotted on map.