Sericoptera mahometaria
Scientific NameSericoptera mahometaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorswhite, brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (e.g., Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Brazil, Peru)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely broadleaf trees or shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multi-brooded
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike other Geometridae, it undergoes complete metamorphosis; its larvae are likely 'inchworms' or 'loopers' that feed on foliage before pupating.
Identification TipsLook for the striking contrast of pure white wings against the distinct, crescent-shaped brown markings and the finely patterned, scalloped wing edges.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth characterized by its pure white wings, which feature prominent crescent-shaped brown markings on both forewings and hindwings, along with a delicate, dark-spotted pattern on the scalloped outer margins.
