Common Gum Moth
Common NameCommon Gum Moth
Scientific NameEpidesmia hypenaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, grey
HabitatEucalyptus forests and woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia (New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania)
Host PlantsEucalyptus species
Flight PeriodFebruary to May
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'loopers' (inchworms) that feed on the leaves of Eucalyptus trees. Pupation typically occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey features include the fawn to grey-brown coloration, the distinct dark wavy transverse line on both sets of wings, and the small dark discal spots on the forewings. Males have feathery antennae.
Description
A medium-sized moth with fawn to grey-brown wings, featuring a prominent dark, wavy transverse line across both forewings and hindwings, and small dark discal spots on the forewings.
