Hypodoxa emiliaria
Common NameHypodoxa emiliaria
Scientific NameHypodoxa emiliaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyOenochrominae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, cream, black
HabitatForests, woodlands, and shrublands
Geographic RangeEastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs, possibly Eucalyptus or Acacia
Flight PeriodSpring to autumn, possibly multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically cryptic loopers (inchworms) that feed on foliage, pupating in the soil or leaf litter before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsThe distinctive scalloped wing margins and the complex, variegated green, brown, and cream cryptic pattern with prominent wavy black lines are key for identification.
Description
This moth has broad, scalloped wings with a highly cryptic pattern of mottled green, brown, and pale pinkish-cream patches, outlined by intricate wavy black lines. Its robust, hairy body matches the wing coloration, providing excellent camouflage.
