Oospila venezuelata
Common NameOospila venezuelata
Scientific NameOospila venezuelata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Primary Colorsgreen, white
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas
Geographic RangeVenezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia
Host PlantsVarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods in tropical regions)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike other Geometridae, the larvae are 'inchworms' or 'loopers' due to their distinctive locomotion, feeding on host plant leaves before pupating.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its striking bright green wings with the irregular white marginal band and the prominent white central stripe on the body and wings.
Description
A small moth with vibrant green wings featuring a broad, irregular white border and a distinct white stripe running down the center of its body and wings.
