Goniosema anguliscripta Moth
Common NameGoniosema anguliscripta Moth
Scientific NameGoniosema anguliscripta
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Primary Colorscream, black
HabitatArid and semi-arid regions, deserts, scrublands
Geographic RangeSouthwestern United States (Arizona, New Mexico, Texas), Mexico
Host PlantsPoorly documented, likely various desert shrubs and herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodLate spring to fall, often multivoltine
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, typical of moths, involving egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult stages. Larvae feed on host plants, with pupation likely occurring in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive pattern of wavy black bands on a pale background across the forewings, combined with its small size and overall coloration. It is often found in arid environments.
Description
A small moth characterized by its cream or pale yellow forewings adorned with several prominent, irregular, wavy black bands. The head and thorax also display a mix of black and pale yellow markings.
