ExploreInsects

Sulphur Moth

Hesperumia sulphuraria

The Sulphur Moth is a small, yellowish moth that loves to fly around at night. It has beautiful wings that can look like soft yellow clouds in the moonlight!

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The Sulphur Moth has bright, vibrant sulphur-yellow wings, often unmarked or with very faint dusky dusting. Its cheerful color makes it stand out from greener foliage but blend beautifully with yellow flowers.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderLepidopteraFamilyGeometridaeGenusHesperumia
Sulphur Moth
solitary trait badgecamouflaged trait badgecolorful trait badgeherbivorous trait badge
Sulphur Moth

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

Be the first to snap!

Interesting facts

Its caterpillar stage is a leafy green color, perfectly camouflaged on its favorite plants!

Like tiny detectives, Sulphur Moths use chemical signals called pheromones to find a mate.

They undergo an amazing transformation, changing from a munching caterpillar into a winged adult!

This moth is one of the few that often flies during the day, seeking sunlight!

Special abilities

Ability

Sunny Camouflage

Sulphur Moth has bright yellow wings that help them blend in perfectly with many yellow flowers, hiding from hungry predators.

Ability

Night Vision Goggles

Sulphur Moth can navigate and find flowers even in dim light or at night, thanks to its special light-sensitive eyes.

Ability

Scent Detector

Sulphur Moth uses its feathery antennae like super sniffers to find distant flower nectar and even detect other moths.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
22-28 mm
Size
11-14 mm
Lifespan
7-14 days
Flight Speed
8 km/h
Leg Count
6

Diet & Feeding

Adult Sulphur Moths sip sweet nectar from flowers, while their caterpillars munch on plant leaves.

Age differences: Larvae (caterpillars) primarily consume plant leaves, while adult moths feed on flower nectar.

Primary Foods

  • Nectar
  • Willow leaves
  • Poplar leaves
  • Blueberry leaves
  • Alder leaves

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Moths are harmless, but it's best to watch them from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sulphur Moth's wingspan?

22-28 mm

How big is Sulphur Moth?

11-14 mm

How long does Sulphur Moth live?

7-14 days

How fast can Sulphur Moth fly?

8 km/h

What does Sulphur Moth eat?

Adult Sulphur Moths sip sweet nectar from flowers, while their caterpillars munch on plant leaves.

Where is Sulphur Moth usually found?

Urban areas

How does Sulphur Moth hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Sulphur Moth have?

6

Snap Map

Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.

Loading map…

Recent Snaps

Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.

Where to spot

More Insects