Morrison's Pero Moth
Common NameMorrison's Pero Moth
Scientific NamePero morrisonaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)38
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, dark brown
HabitatDeciduous and mixed forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from Nova Scotia south to Florida, west to Texas and Manitoba
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, cherry, willow
Flight PeriodApril to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' that feed on a variety of deciduous trees and shrubs. They pupate in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive dark, often wavy, median band on the forewings, which contrasts with the lighter basal and outer areas. The overall cryptic brown coloration helps it blend with tree bark.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown and tan forewings, characterized by a prominent, often wavy, dark brown median band. The hindwings are typically lighter brown with faint banding.
