Chickweed Geometer Moth
Common NameChickweed Geometer Moth
Scientific NameHaematopis grataria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilySterrhinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, red
HabitatOpen fields, meadows, disturbed areas, gardens
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southern Canada to Florida and west to Texas and Kansas
Host Plantschickweed, clover, dandelion, other low-growing herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodMay to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' or 'loopers' that feed on low-growing plants. They pupate in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive bright yellow-orange wings with two reddish-pink lines and a red fringe. Males have noticeably feathery antennae.
Description
A small, bright yellow to orange moth with two prominent reddish-pink transverse lines on each wing and a reddish fringe. Males possess distinctive feathery antennae.
