Pandora Pinemoth
Coloradia pandora Blake, 1863
Family: Saturniidae
Status: Uncommon local resident
Range: Western United States extending eastward into the Nebraska panhandle.
Larval Hostplant(s): Various species of Pines (Pinus sp.)
NENHP Ranking: Not listed
Broods/Flight Times:
Habitat: Pine woodlands
Avg. Wingspan: 2 3/4 – 4 Inches
Found at: Gilbert-Baker State Wildlife Management Area, Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area
Overwintering: This species has a two year lifecycle, overwintering the first year as an early instar larva and the second year as a pupa in the ground.
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