Paralaea beggaria
Common NameParalaea beggaria
Scientific NameParalaea beggaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, reddish-brown
HabitatOpen forests, woodlands, mallee, heathlands
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia, Tasmania
Host PlantsEucalyptus, Acacia, Leptospermum
Flight PeriodYear-round, with peaks in spring and summer
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are 'loopers' (inchworms) that feed on the foliage of various native Australian trees and shrubs.
Identification TipsIdentified by its distinctive cryptic brown patterning, typical geometrid resting posture with wings held flat, and its distribution in southeastern Australia.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown and dark brown forewings, providing excellent camouflage against tree bark when at rest.
