Chilesia rudis
Scientific NameChilesia rudis
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, reddish-brown
HabitatAndean forests and shrublands
Geographic RangeChile
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various shrubs and trees
Flight PeriodUnknown, likely seasonally dependent
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically 'looper' caterpillars, characteristic of the Geometridae family. The pupal stage occurs within a cocoon, which is notably large and covered in hairs as seen in the image.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include its robust, exceptionally hairy body, plain brown wings, reddish-brown thorax, and the distinctive large, hairy cocoon often found in association with the adult moth.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by a very robust and extremely hairy body, with plain, cryptic brown forewings and a reddish-brown furry thorax.
