Guenee's Emerald
Common NameGuenee's Emerald
Scientific NameNemoria gueneata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorsgreen, yellow
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, shrublands
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsoak
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' that feed on oak leaves, camouflaged as twigs. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include the vibrant green color, the prominent yellow costal margin on the forewing, and the two faint, wavy white lines on both wings.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with bright green wings, a distinct yellow costal margin, and faint, wavy white lines across both forewings and hindwings.
