Mizon Pero
Common NameMizon Pero
Scientific NamePero mizon
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous woodlands, forests, and areas with host trees
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southern Canada to Florida and west to Texas
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow
Flight PeriodApril to October (two broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'looper' caterpillars, mimicking twigs for camouflage. They feed on various deciduous trees and pupate in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for the distinct, broad, dark brown subterminal band on the forewings, which is sharply defined and wavy. The overall cryptic brown and grey mottling helps it blend with tree bark.
Description
A medium-sized geometrid moth with mottled brown and grey forewings, characterized by a prominent, broad, dark brown subterminal band bordered by a wavy pale line. The hindwings are similarly patterned but often lighter.
