Large Maple Spanworm Moth
Common NameLarge Maple Spanworm Moth
Scientific NameProchoerodes lineola
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)42.5
Primary Colorstan, light brown, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, suburban areas, gardens
Geographic RangeSouthern Canada, eastern and central United States, Mexico
Host Plantsmaple, oak, birch, willow, poplar, cherry, apple, blueberry
Flight PeriodMay to November (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'spanworms' or 'inchworms' that feed on a wide variety of deciduous trees and shrubs, pupating in the soil. There are multiple generations per year.
Identification TipsLook for its relatively large size, broad wings with wavy margins, and the characteristic two wavy dark transverse lines on a tan to light brown background, often with a darker median area.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, somewhat wavy-edged wings, typically tan to light brown, marked with two wavy dark brown transverse lines and scattered dark speckles.
