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Ecpantheria scribonia is a moth in the family Erebidae, recorded in Ohio.
| Scientific name | Ecpantheria scribonia |
| Family | Erebidae |
| Group | Tiger Moths |
| Wingspan | 2.2” - 3.6” |
Habitat. Forests and open areas with scattered trees and woodlots
Host plant. Many different plants, both low-growing (dandelion, violets) and trees (cherry, maple, willow).
Note. The field guide prints the name as "Giant Leaopard Moth"; the accepted spelling is used here.
Related pages
- Ohio Moths — every species page in this set, and why it is not all 3,000
- Ohio Butterflies — the better-known kin
Sources
- ODNR Division of Wildlife, Moths of Ohio field guide, Publication 5467 — the species account, family, wingspan, habitat, and host plant.
Verified 2026-08-15.