Drepanulatrix falcataria
Common NameDrepanulatrix falcataria
Scientific NameDrepanulatrix falcataria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorstan, brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, shrublands, dry grassy areas
Geographic RangeWestern North America (e.g., California, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia)
Host PlantsCeanothus, Arctostaphylos, Quercus
Flight PeriodApril to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically cryptic, resembling twigs, and feed on various shrubs and trees.
Identification TipsKey features include its overall tan/light brown speckled appearance, the slightly falcate (concave) outer margin of the forewing, and a small dark discal spot on the forewing. The faint wavy lines across the wings are also characteristic.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with tan to light brown wings heavily speckled with darker scales, featuring faint wavy lines and a small dark discal spot on the forewing. The forewing apex is somewhat pointed, and the outer margin is slightly concave.
