Curved-lined Vaxi Moth
Common NameCurved-lined Vaxi Moth
Scientific NameVaxi lineata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, orange
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, suburban areas
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America (from Nova Scotia south to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba)
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, cherry
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typical geometrid 'inchworms' or 'loopers' that feed on the leaves of various deciduous trees and shrubs. Pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the bright white wings with distinctive, broad, curved orange bands and the orange coloration of the wing margins and fringe.
Description
A small moth with bright white wings featuring prominent, curved orange bands across both forewings and hindwings, and an orange fringe along the wing margins.
