Red-lined Looper
Common NameRed-lined Looper
Scientific NameCyclophora lumenaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilySterrhinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorswhite, red, black
HabitatDeciduous woodlands, forest edges
Geographic RangeEastern North America
Host Plantsmaple, oak, birch, willow
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are 'looper' caterpillars, known for their distinctive looping locomotion, feeding on various deciduous tree leaves before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the white wings with the distinctive red and black lines on the hindwings, the scattered black spots on the forewings, and its relatively small size. The pale yellowish patch on the forewing is also a good indicator.
Description
A small moth with white wings, prominently featuring a broad, irregular red band bordered by black on the hindwings, and scattered black spots on the forewings, often with a pale yellowish patch near the forewing apex.
