Maple Looper Moth
Common NameMaple Looper Moth
Scientific NameEnnomos magnaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsgrey, brown
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, suburban areas
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Nova Scotia south to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba
Host Plantsmaple, birch, oak, elm, ash, poplar, willow
Flight PeriodAugust to November
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'looper' caterpillars, mimicking twigs, and feed on various deciduous trees. They pupate in a loose cocoon among leaves, with adults emerging in late summer and fall.
Identification TipsKey features include the mottled greyish-brown coloration, two prominent wavy transverse lines on the forewings, and often irregular or scalloped wing margins. Its late fall flight period is also a strong indicator.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled greyish-brown wings featuring two distinct, wavy dark lines across the forewings. The wing margins are often scalloped or irregular, giving it a leaf-like appearance.
