Clymene Moth

Fields, meadows, open woodlands, and urban gardens across eastern North America

Adults feed on flower nectar; caterpillars feed on host plants such as boneset, joe-pye weed, oaks, and willows

Night-flying moth that is attracted to artificial lights, but also occasionally active during the day; features distinctive cross-like dark markings on cream-to-yellow forewings

Harmless to humans; serves as an important ecosystem pollinator and a food source for birds and bats