Manzanita Carpet
Common NameManzanita Carpet
Scientific NameHydriomena manzanita
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)24
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black, white
HabitatChaparral, woodlands, and forests where Manzanita grows
Geographic RangeWestern North America (primarily California and Oregon)
Host PlantsArctostaphylos (Manzanita) species
Flight PeriodJanuary to April
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' or loopers that feed on the leaves of Manzanita. Pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter, with adults emerging in late winter to early spring.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its intricate grey and brown cryptic pattern, wavy lines, and often a noticeable dark median band with some reddish-brown (ochre) patches. Its association with Manzanita and early flight period are key indicators.
Description
A medium-sized moth with cryptic grey and brown forewings, featuring intricate wavy lines and bands, often with a darker median band and subtle reddish-brown scaling.
