Semaeopus nisa
Common NameSemaeopus nisa
Scientific NameSemaeopus nisa
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbrown, green, tan, white, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral and South America
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are 'inchworms' or 'loopers', characteristic of the Geometridae family, feeding on various plants before pupating.
Identification TipsLook for its distinctive cryptic pattern of browns, greens, and whites, often with scalloped wing edges and small black 'eyespots' on the forewings. Its resting posture with wings held flat, mimicking a dead leaf or bark, is a key feature.
Description
A small moth with highly cryptic coloration, featuring mottled patterns of light brown, tan, green, and white. Its forewings display wavy lines and small black ocelli, allowing it to blend seamlessly with bark or dead leaves.
