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Yellow Edged Footman

Eilema bicolor (Grote)

Conservation Status

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Common.
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Cyclicity

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July - August.
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Distribution

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Newfoundland west to Yukon and Alaska, south through B.C. and Alberta.
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General Description

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Because of its relatively small size, this species could possibly be mistaken for a micro-moth. However, the comparatively large hindwing and a yellow forewing costa distinguishs this species.
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Habitat

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Found in the boreal forest. Sporadic in the parkland and riparian cottonwoods in the prairies.
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Trophic Strategy

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Lichens growing on conifers, although development can occur on the conifer needles themselves (McGugan, 1958). Since this species also occurs in non-coniferous habitats, larvae must also feed on other lichens, possibly those associated with mature aspen and poplar trees.
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