Western Latticed Carpet
Common NameWestern Latticed Carpet
Scientific NameTrichodezia californiata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, white, dark brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, riparian areas
Geographic RangeWestern North America (California, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia)
Host PlantsImpatiens capensis, Impatiens parviflora
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are loopers that feed on the leaves of jewelweed (Impatiens species). It undergoes complete metamorphosis, typically having two broods per year.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its dark wings with striking, irregular white cross-bands, especially a broad white band across the forewing and a white subterminal line on the hindwing. The overall 'latticed' appearance is characteristic.
Description
A small moth with dark brown to black wings featuring prominent, irregular white bands and spots, creating a somewhat latticed pattern. The body is also dark, and the antennae are simple.
