Texas Emerald
Common NameTexas Emerald
Scientific NameNemoria unitaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsgreen
HabitatWoodlands, forests, shrublands, and gardens where host plants are present.
Geographic RangeEastern North America, from southern Canada south to Florida and west to Texas.
Host Plantsoak, maple, birch, willow, hickory, sweetgum
Flight PeriodApril to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' that are highly camouflaged, mimicking twigs or leaf edges. They feed on a variety of broadleaf trees and shrubs before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its overall uniform emerald green coloration, the absence of strong markings, and the slightly wavy or angled outer margins of the hindwings.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by its uniformly bright emerald green wings and body, often with a slightly granular or velvety texture.
