Quick Scoop

Luna moths live in **deciduous woodlands** across eastern North America, with a range that extends from Canada down to the northern parts of Mexico. They’re most often found near the host trees their caterpillars eat, especially hickory, walnut, birch, sweet gum, persimmon, and sumac.

Where they’re found

• Eastern North America, especially forests and wooded areas.

• Parts of Canada, the United States, and northern Mexico.

• Near suburban or urban lights sometimes, because adults are attracted to artificial light.

What habitat they like

Luna moths prefer **deciduous forests** because that’s where their caterpillars can find food. Their range overlaps with hardwood trees like hickory and birch, which are common host plants.

Easy way to picture it

If you’re imagining one in the wild, think of a leafy forest edge at night, with tall hardwood trees nearby. Adults usually don’t stay in one place long, so people more often spot them briefly near outdoor lights than deep inside the woods.

Meta description: Luna moths live in deciduous forests across eastern North America, especially where host trees like hickory, walnut, birch, and sweet gum grow.

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