Scaphidriotis xylogramma
Common NameScaphidriotis xylogramma
Scientific NameScaphidriotis xylogramma
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Primary Colorsbrown, cream
HabitatForests, woodlands, shrublands
Geographic RangeAustralia
Flight PeriodUnknown, likely multiple broods depending on region
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, including egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. Larvae are typically 'loopers' or 'inchworms', characteristic of the Geometridae family.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its intricate, wavy brown and cream banding pattern on the forewings, which provides excellent camouflage. Specific identification often requires examination of genitalic features due to similarity with other geometrid moths.
Description
This is a small to medium-sized moth with forewings displaying a complex cryptic pattern of wavy dark brown bands and lines on a lighter cream or pale brown background. The hindwings are likely similar or plainer, contributing to its camouflage.
