Adults apparently mate during the night. Females lay eggs on host plants. There may be up to four generations per year. Caterpillars have chewing mouthparts. Adults have siphoning mouths.
Caterpillars feed on tender foliage.
Adults are frequently attracted to fermenting fruit and visit wildflowers. Males are encountered around host trees. When at rest, wings are held closed, over the body and appear to mimic dead leaves. They may become so numerous as to darken the sky. For additional information, contact your local Texas extension service agent, or search for other state extension service offices.