About Zale lunata Drury, 1773
Zale lunata, commonly known as the lunate zale, is a moth species belonging to the family Erebidae. It was first formally described by Dru Drury in 1773. This species is found across both eastern and western regions of North America. Adult lunate zale moths have a wingspan measuring between 40 and 55 mm. Adults may fly year-round, with flight periods varying based on the location the population inhabits. The caterpillar larvae of Zale lunata feed on a variety of deciduous tree species, including maple, willow, and trees of the genus Prunus.
