Anisota stigma, the spiny oakworm moth, is a moth of the family Saturniidae. The species was first described by Johan Christian Fabricius in 1775. It is found in North America from Massachusetts and southern Ontario to Florida, west to Minnesota, Kansas and Texas.
 The wingspan is about 45 mm.
 The larvae mainly feed on oak, but have also been reported on hazel and basswood.

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Anisota stigma, commonly known as the Spiny Oakworm, is considered a tree pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of various oak tree species, causing defoliation and potentially impacting the health and growth of the trees.

tree pest

Anisota stigma can be considered garden pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of various tree species, including those commonly found in gardens, which can lead to defoliation and potential damage to the overall aesthetics and health of the garden.

garden pest

Anisota stigma can be considered crop pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of various tree species, including those that are cultivated as crops, which can result in defoliation and potential yield loss for the crops.

crop pest

Anisota stigma are considered pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of trees, including those in gardens and crops, causing defoliation and potential damage to the health and productivity of these plants.

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