This species depends upon the Gambel oak (Quercus gambelii), which is both the favorite roost of adults and usual food source for caterpillars. Eggs are laid singly in late summer on twigs of Gambel oaks or another oak species. The caterpillars emerge in the spring and eat young leaves.
The species has a strong connection with the Gambel oak (Quercus gambelii), which is a vital component of its life cycle. Eggs are laid singly in late summer on twigs of Gambel oaks or other oak trees, and the caterpillars emerge in the spring to feed on young leaves.