Angulose Prominent
Common NameAngulose Prominent
Scientific NamePeridea angulosa
FamilyNotodontidae
SubfamilyNotodontinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, white, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, suburban areas with host trees
Geographic RangeEastern North America (from southern Canada to Florida and west to Texas)
Host Plantsoak, birch, beech, maple, elm
Flight PeriodApril to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are green with a pale lateral stripe, feeding on the leaves of various deciduous trees. They pupate in the soil, overwintering as pupae, with adults emerging in spring.
Identification TipsKey features include the angular, mottled forewings with a prominent white patch near the hind angle and the characteristic 'prominent' tuft on the inner margin of the forewing when at rest. The overall cryptic coloration is highly effective camouflage.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled grey and brown forewings, featuring wavy dark lines and a distinct white patch near the tornus. Its robust, hairy body and cryptic coloration allow it to blend seamlessly with tree bark.
