Dashed Geometrid
Common NameDashed Geometrid
Scientific NameProbole alienaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, white
HabitatDeciduous and mixed forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Nova Scotia west to Manitoba, south to Florida and Texas
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, blueberry
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' or loopers, feeding on the leaves of various deciduous trees and shrubs. Pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter, and the species typically overwinters as a pupa.
Identification TipsKey features include the scalloped wing margins, the mottled brown, grey, and white coloration, and the distinct dark brown subterminal band on the hindwings and outer forewings, often appearing somewhat 'dashed'.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown, grey, and white wings, featuring wavy dark lines and a prominent dark brown band along the outer margin of the hindwings and forewings.
