Chlorocoma cadmaria
Common NameChlorocoma cadmaria
Scientific NameChlorocoma cadmaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)24
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsgreen, pink
HabitatOpen woodlands, forests, shrublands
Geographic RangeAustralia (New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania)
Host PlantsAcacia
Flight PeriodSpring to autumn (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'looper' caterpillars, feeding on various Acacia species. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the vibrant green wings with the prominent reddish-pink marginal line and the two small, distinct reddish discal spots on the forewings.
Description
A small moth with bright green wings, distinctly bordered by a reddish-pink line, and featuring two small reddish discal spots on the forewings.
