Anisota: The Latin meaning of “anisos” means unequal and the term “ota” was a Greek word for ear.
Senatoria: The feminine for senatorius; a member of the Roman Senate.
an-eye-soh-tuh sen-uh-toh-ree-uh
This map illustrates documented North American records of Anisota senatoria as of 30 January 2021.
5: Secure NR: Not ranked
Anisota senatoria caterpillars primarily specialize on the foliage of oak (Quercus spp.) trees. Although uncommonly seen, they sometimes do cause pestiferous outbreaks of oak defoliation. Technically polyphagous, researchers have also documented them feeding on several additional plant families. Adults lack a digestive system, do not eat, and exist solely for reproduction.
Known Larval Food Sources in Indiana | ||
Family | Taxonomic Name | Common Name |
---|---|---|
Order: Fagales | ||
Betulaceae | Betula spp. | birches |
Corylus americana | American hazelnut | |
Fagaceae | Castanea dentata | American chestnut |
Fagus grandifolia | American beech | |
Quercus spp. | oaks | |
Juglandaceae | Carya spp. | hickories |
Order: Malvales | ||
Malvaceae | Abelmoschus spp. | okra |
Order: Rosales | ||
Rosaceae | Rubus spp. | blackberries, dewberries, and raspberries |
Order: Sapindales | ||
Aceraceae | Acer spp. | maples |
The map, graph(s), and data below represent the Indiana sightings of Anisota senatoria as of 13 November 2024, confirmed through photographic evidence by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).
Counties recorded:
3 of 92
Top counties/#of records:
Greene: 1
Starke: 1
Steuben: 1
GAIN LP documented in county
The images and records below were all submitted by individuals through the Great American Indiana Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).