About Lasiocampa quercus Linnaeus, 1758
The oak eggar, scientifically named Lasiocampa quercus, is a common moth in the Lasiocampidae family. It is found in Europe, and the northern and western regions of Asia. Its larvae feed on a wide range of plant species, with heather and bilberry being the main food sources. In higher latitudes, its development can take up to two years, and the moth is often called the northern eggar in these areas. The specific epithet quercus refers to the fact that its cocoon generally resembles an acorn, and it does not indicate that oak is the moth's primary food source. The oak eggar occupies a wide variety of habitats, including scrub, heath, moor, downland, hedges, and sea cliffs. This broad habitat range aligns with the very wide range of food plants used by its larvae.
