Scoliocheta ergatis
Common NameScoliocheta ergatis
Scientific NameScoliocheta ergatis
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorspale yellow, brown, black
HabitatSavannas, woodlands, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeSouthern Africa (e.g., South Africa, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Mozambique)
Host PlantsAcacia (Vachellia/Senegalia) species
Flight PeriodYear-round in warmer regions, with peaks during summer months
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'loopers' or 'inchworms', typical of Geometridae, feeding on Acacia species before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include the overall pale yellowish-brown coloration and the distinct dark brown to black stripe along the leading edge (costa) of the forewing.
Description
A small, slender moth with pale yellowish-brown forewings, characterized by a prominent dark brown to black stripe along the costal margin and a faint discal spot.
