Large Gray Pinion
Scientific Name: Lithophane antennata
Order & Family: Lepidoptera: Noctuidae
Size: Wingspan of 35-42 mm
Natural Habitat
Deciduous and mixed forests, orchards, and urban gardens across North America.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae feed on leaves of various trees like oak, maple, and apple; adults feed on sap and nectar.
Behavior Patterns
Nocturnal; adults are known to overwinter and can be active on warm winter nights.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans; serves as a pollinator and a food source for birds and bats in the ecosystem.
Identified on: 5/30/2026