Angular Somber Moth
Common NameAngular Somber Moth
Scientific NameOxydia vesulia
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, reddish-brown, black
HabitatForests, woodlands, suburban areas with trees
Geographic RangeSoutheastern United States, Central America, South America
Host Plantsoak, maple, various broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical/subtropical regions; multiple broods from spring to fall in temperate zones
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae (caterpillars) feed on the leaves of various trees and shrubs before pupating and emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsKey features include the angular forewing apex, the mottled brown and tan coloration, and the prominent black discal spots on the hindwings. The overall shape and pattern provide excellent camouflage.
Description
A medium-sized moth with angular, somewhat pointed forewings and a cryptic pattern of mottled brown, tan, and reddish-brown, often resembling a dead leaf. It features darker transverse bands and distinct black discal spots on the hindwings.
