Dodonaea Moth
Common NameDodonaea Moth
Scientific NameIdiodes rhacodes
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)32
Primary Colorslight brown, fawn, dark brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, forests, heathlands, and gardens where host plants are present
Geographic RangeEastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania)
Host PlantsDodonaea viscosa, other Dodonaea species
Flight PeriodThroughout the year, peaking in warmer months
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are typical geometrid 'loopers' or 'inchworms' that feed on the leaves of Dodonaea species. Pupation likely occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsLook for the characteristic pale fawn to light brown ground color with wavy dark transverse lines and a prominent dark discal spot on the forewings. Its association with hopbush (*Dodonaea*) plants is also a key indicator.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with pale fawn to light brown wings, often with a reddish tinge. The forewings are marked with several wavy, dark brown transverse lines and a distinct dark discal spot.
