Ennominae
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Acanthotoca
Acanthotoca is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, described by David Stephen Fletcher in 1979. The genus contains three recognized species: Acanthotoca graefi, Acanthotoca graefii, and Acanthotoca muelleri. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Aethalura
Aethalura is a genus of geometrid moths (family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae) containing four described species. The genus was erected by McDunnough in 1920. Species within this genus are primarily found in the Holarctic region, with records from Europe and North America. The most widely distributed species is Aethalura punctulata, commonly known as the grey birch.
Anavitrinella
Common Gray (for A. pampinaria)
Anavitrinella is a genus of geometrid moths erected by James Halliday McDunnough in 1922. The genus contains four recognized species, with Anavitrinella pampinaria (common gray) being the most widespread and well-documented. Species in this genus are characterized by relatively plain, grayish wing coloration that makes identification challenging. The caterpillars are inchworms typical of the family Geometridae.
Animomyia morta
Animomyia morta is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Dyar in 1908. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies within Geometridae. The species is known from North America. Very little specific information has been published regarding its biology, appearance, or ecology.
Antepione
variable antepione
Antepione is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, established by Packard in 1876. The genus contains three recognized species distributed across North and Central America. One species, Antepione thisoaria, is commonly referred to as the variable antepione. These moths belong to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group within the Geometridae.
Antepione imitata
Antepione imitata is a geometrid moth of the subfamily Ennominae, first described by Henry Edwards in 1884. It occurs in the southwestern United States and likely extends into northern Mexico. The species is closely tied to riparian canyon habitats at elevations up to 1,830 meters. Adults exhibit a complex multi-voltine phenology with three distinct flight periods correlated with regional rainfall patterns.
Aplogompha
Aplogompha is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Ennominae, established by Warren in 1897. The genus contains 14 described species distributed in the Neotropical region, primarily in Central and South America. Species were described between 1889 and 1923 by various lepidopterists including Dognin, Schaus, Thierry-Mieg, and Warren. The genus remains relatively understudied, with limited ecological or biological data available for most species.
Astalotesia
Astalotesia is a monotypic moth genus in the family Geometridae, containing a single species, Astalotesia bucurvata. The genus was established by Ferguson in 1983 based on specimens collected in Texas. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers.
Azelinini
Azelinini is a tribe of geometer moths (Geometridae: Ennominae) characterized by stocky bodies, distinctive wing patterning with contrasting outer and middle forewing thirds, and several unique morphological traits in both adults and immature stages. The tribe was established by Forbes in 1948 and shows strongest diversity in the Southern Hemisphere, particularly South America, with some representation in North America. Members exhibit complex male genital modifications and several reductions or losses of structures typical in related ennomine tribes.
Bistonini
Bistonini is a tribe of geometer moths within the subfamily Ennominae. Members are characterized by relatively large size and hairy bodies compared to other geometrids, with some species resembling tiger moths (Arctiidae) in appearance. The tribe occupies a basal position within the broader Boarmiini group and retains more ancestral morphological traits. Taxonomic boundaries remain fluid, with some treatments merging Bistonini into an expanded Boarmiini or including the Erannini.
Boarmiini
Boarmiini moths, Cleorini
Boarmiini is a large tribe of geometer moths within the Ennominae subfamily, also commonly referred to as Cleorini. The tribe is taxonomically complex, with boundaries that have been variously defined—sometimes narrowly restricted to core genera, sometimes expanded to include related tribes such as Bistonini, Bupalini, and others based on shared egg chorion characteristics. Members are typically slender, cryptically colored moths with distinctive resting postures and complex male genitalia. The tribe has a global distribution with particularly diverse faunas in the Afrotropical, Palearctic, and Oriental regions.
Cabera
wave moths, cream moths
Cabera is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Georg Friedrich Treitschke in 1825. The genus comprises approximately 30 species distributed across the Palaearctic, Nearctic, Neotropical, and Afrotropical regions, with limited representation in the Indo-Australian region and absence from Australia. Several species were previously classified under the genera Petelia and Gyalomia due to morphological similarities. The genus name derives from Cabeiro, daughter of the sea god Proteus in Greek mythology.
Cabera quadrifasciaria
Four-lined Cream Moth, Four-lined Cabera Moth
Cabera quadrifasciaria, commonly called the Four-lined Cream Moth, is a North American geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. The species was described by Packard in 1873. It is assigned Hodges number 6680 in the MONA (Moths of North America) numbering system. The common names reference the four pale lines that characterize the wing pattern of this cream-colored moth.
Campaea
Campaea is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, established by Lamarck in 1816. The genus contains approximately 30 described species distributed across the Holarctic region, with records from Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Best-known members include Campaea margaritata (light emerald) and Campaea perlata (pale beauty). Species in this genus are characterized by broad wings, often with green or pale coloration that frequently fades post-emergence, and larvae that feed on deciduous tree foliage.
Caripeta
brown pine looper, grey spruce looper, northern pine looper
Caripeta is a genus of geometrid moths erected by Francis Walker in 1863. The genus includes approximately 13 described species, several of which are known as loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. Some species are economically significant forest pests, particularly those associated with coniferous trees.
Caripeta piniata
Northern Pine Looper, Northern Pine Looper Moth
Caripeta piniata, the northern pine looper, is a geometrid moth native to North America. The species belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the Geometridae family. It is associated with pine habitats, as indicated by its specific epithet and common name. The species has been documented across a broad geographic range in Canada and the United States.
Caripeta suffusata
Caripeta suffusata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Guedet in 1939. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths. The species is recorded from North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain limited in available sources.
Carphoides
Carphoides is a genus of geometer moths established by McDunnough in 1920. The genus contains three described species: C. inconspicuaria, C. incopriaria, and C. setigera. These moths are classified within the subfamily Ennominae of the Geometridae family. The genus appears to be restricted to North America based on species distributions.
Carphoides inconspicuaria
Carphoides inconspicuaria is a North American moth in the family Geometridae, first described in 1916. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their larval locomotion. The species is recorded from limited observations, suggesting it may be genuinely scarce or underreported.
Cepphis decoloraria
Dark Scallop Moth
Cepphis decoloraria, known as the dark scallop moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. It is native to North America and has been documented in regions including Manitoba, Canada and Vermont, United States. The species was first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1886, originally placed in the genus Endropia before being transferred to Cepphis.
Ceratonyx satanaria
Horned Ceratonyx
Ceratonyx satanaria is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, commonly known as the Horned Ceratonyx. The species was described by Guenée in 1857 and is distributed across North America. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6780.
Chesiadodes cinerea
Chesiadodes cinerea is a species of geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1973. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths. The species has been recorded in North America. Very little specific information about its biology, appearance, or ecology has been documented in available sources.
Cleora
Cleora is a genus of geometrid moths erected by John Curtis in 1825. The genus contains approximately 50 described species distributed across multiple continents. Some species, such as Cleora cornaria (the neem looper), are economically significant as defoliators of cultivated trees. The genus includes species with varied common names reflecting their appearance or host associations, including the ringed carpet (C. cinctaria), projected gray (C. projecta), double-lined gray (C. sublunaria), and kawakawa looper (C. scriptaria).
Cymatophora approximaria
Giant Gray Moth
A large geometrid moth native to North America, notable for its substantial size and muted gray coloration. Adults are active during warmer months and are attracted to light. The species is relatively well-documented through citizen science observations.
Digrammia decorata
Decorated Granite Moth, decorated granite
Digrammia decorata, commonly known as the Decorated Granite Moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It occurs in North America with documented records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States. The species was originally described as Sicagrapliia decorata by Grossbeck in 1907 and later transferred to the genus Digrammia. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6389.
Digrammia indeterminata
Digrammia indeterminata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1939. It belongs to the genus Digrammia, which comprises small to medium-sized moths commonly known as granite moths. The species is accepted as valid in current taxonomic databases. Like other members of its genus, it likely exhibits the typical geometrid resting posture with wings held flat or slightly folded.
Digrammia pallidata
Digrammia pallidata is a geometrid moth described by Packard in 1873. It belongs to the family Geometridae, a large group commonly known as geometer moths or inchworms. The species is documented from North America. Specific details about its biology and ecology remain limited in published sources.
Drepanulatrix garneri
Drepanulatrix garneri is a species of geometrid moth described by Blanchard & Knudson in 1986. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae, a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The species is known to occur in North America.
Ematurga amitaria
Cranberry Spanworm Moth
Ematurga amitaria, known as the cranberry spanworm moth, is a species of geometrid moth described by Achille Guenée in 1858. It belongs to the family Geometridae, a large group of moths commonly called inchworms or spanworms due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The species is native to North America and has been recorded across Canada and the northern United States. Its common name references an association with cranberry plants, though specific ecological relationships require further documentation. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6436 in North American lepidopteran classification systems.
Ennomini
Ennomini is a tribe of geometer moths within the Ennominae subfamily. Members are characterized by large body size relative to other Ennominae and generally subdued coloration. The tribe shows close morphological affinities to Azelinini and Nacophorini, with which it shares several structural features. The group includes economically significant species such as the scalloped oak (Crocallis elinguaria) and several thorn moths in the genus Ennomos.
Epimecis
Epimecis is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The genus was established by Jacob Hübner in 1825 and contains approximately 22 described species distributed primarily in the Americas. Notable species include Epimecis hortaria (tulip-tree beauty) and Epimecis detexta (avocado spanworm moth). The genus is characterized by its placement within the diverse and species-rich Geometridae family.
Erannis
Erannis is a genus of geometer moths (Geometridae: Ennominae) erected by Jacob Hübner in 1825. The genus comprises approximately twelve species distributed primarily across the Holarctic region, with greatest diversity in northern temperate zones. Several species are significant forest pests, with larvae feeding on coniferous and deciduous trees. Taxonomic placement remains debated: some authorities recognize the tribe Erannini with Erannis as type genus, while others merge this group into Boarmiini or Bistonini.
Erastria cruentaria
Thin-Lined Erastria
Erastria cruentaria is a North American geometrid moth commonly known as the thin-lined erastria. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae and has been assigned Hodges number 6705. The species was first described by Jacob Hübner in 1799.
Eriplatymetra lentifluata
Eriplatymetra lentifluata is a moth species in the family Geometridae, first described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1917. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their larval locomotion. The species is native to North America, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain poorly documented. Records of this species are sparse, with limited observational data available.
Euaspilates
Euaspilates is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Packard in 1874. The genus contains at least one described species, E. spinataria. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, these moths belong to a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Euaspilates spinataria
Euaspilates spinataria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. Described by Packard in 1874, it is native to North America. The species is represented by limited but verifiable observational records, with 37 documented observations on iNaturalist. As with many Geometridae, adults are likely nocturnal and possess the characteristic slender body form associated with inchworm moths.
Eucaterva
Eucaterva is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, established by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1882. The genus contains two recognized species: Eucaterva variaria (the type species) and Eucaterva bonniwelli. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest and most diverse groups within Geometridae. The genus is known from western North America.
Eucaterva variaria
Eucaterva variaria is a geometrid moth species described by Grote in 1882. It is distributed across Central America and North America. The species feeds on desert willow (Chilopsis linearis). It serves as a host for the parasitoid wasp Pimpla sanguinipes (Coccygomimus sanguinipes).
Euchlaena
Euchlaena Moths
Euchlaena is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, established by Jacob Hübner in 1823. The genus contains approximately 19 recognized species distributed primarily in North America. Adults are nocturnal and frequently attracted to artificial light sources. Several species have distinctive common names reflecting their coloration or morphology, such as the Deep Yellow Euchlaena Moth and the Obtuse Euchlaena Moth.
Euchlaena deplanaria
Deep Yellow Euchlaena Moth
Euchlaena deplanaria is a species of geometrid moth native to eastern and central North America. Adults have a wingspan of approximately 34 mm and are active from February through October, indicating a broad flight season. The species is attracted to artificial light sources and has been documented in diverse habitats from deciduous forests to mixed conifer woodlands. It belongs to the genus Euchlaena, which includes several similarly patterned species that can be challenging to distinguish without close examination.
Euchlaena madusaria
Scrub Euchlaena Moth
Euchlaena madusaria, commonly known as the scrub euchlaena moth, is a geometrid moth species native to North America. It inhabits dry woodlands across a broad transcontinental range from British Columbia to Nova Scotia and southward to Florida, Missouri, and Oregon. The species has a wingspan of approximately 28 mm and is listed as threatened in Connecticut, indicating conservation concern in parts of its range.
Eufidonia
Powdered Geometer Moths
Eufidonia is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, first described by Packard in 1876. Commonly known as Powdered Geometer Moths, this genus contains at least three recognized species distributed in North America. The genus is classified within the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths.
Eugonobapta nivosaria
Snowy Geometer Moth, Snowy Geometer
Eugonobapta nivosaria, commonly known as the Snowy Geometer Moth, is a species of geometrid moth found in eastern North America. The species was first described by Guenée in 1857 and is recognized by its distinctive white or pale coloration. It is a well-documented species with over 3,600 observations recorded on iNaturalist, indicating it is relatively common and conspicuous within its range. The moth occurs in deciduous and mixed forest habitats where its larvae feed on various woody plants.
Eusarca
Eusarca is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Jacob Hübner in 1813. The genus contains approximately 16 described species, including Eusarca confusaria (confused eusarca moth), Eusarca fundaria (dark-edged eusarca moth), and Eusarca packardaria (Packard's eusarca moth). Species in this genus are classified within the subfamily Ennominae. Records indicate presence in North America, including the United States.
Eusarca detractaria
Eusarca detractaria is a species of geometrid moth described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1916. The species is placed in the genus Eusarca, though some taxonomic sources have historically treated it under Euchlaena. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of inchworm moths. Documentation of this species is sparse, with minimal observational records available.
Eusarca falcata
Eusarca falcata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Packard in 1873. It is known to occur in North America, where it has been recorded with moderate frequency in entomological collections and citizen science observations. The species is assigned Hodges number 6927 in the North American moth classification system. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Eusarca galbanaria
Eusarca galbanaria is a moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It is a North American species with limited documented information. The genus Eusarca contains several species of geometrid moths, most of which are characterized by relatively plain, greenish or yellowish coloration. Available records indicate this species is present but not extensively studied.
Eusarca lutzi
Eusarca lutzi is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was described by Wright in 1920. The species is known from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 6932. Very few observations have been documented, with only 5 records in iNaturalist as of the data cutoff.
Evita
Evita is a monotypic genus of moths in the family Geometridae, described by Capps in 1943. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies of geometer moths. The genus is known from very few observations, with only two records documented on iNaturalist.
Exelis
Exelis is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Achille Guenée in 1857. The genus contains four described species, three of which were described in the mid-20th century and one (the type species) from 1857. It is classified within the subfamily Ennominae, a large and diverse group of geometer moths. The genus appears to be primarily Neotropical in distribution based on species descriptions.
Gabriola
Gabriola is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, established by Taylor in 1904. The genus comprises approximately 20 described species distributed primarily in western North America. These are medium-sized geometrid moths typically associated with forested and shrubland habitats. The genus name is derived from Gabriola Island in British Columbia, Canada.
Gabriola minor
Gabriola minor is a species of geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1974. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as geometer moths or inchworms. The species is documented from North America. Available sources provide minimal biological detail beyond basic taxonomic placement.
Gabriola regularia
Gabriola regularia is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was described by McDunnough in 1945. The species is known from North America and is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6785. Available records indicate it is rarely encountered, with limited observational data.
Gabriola sierrae
Gabriola sierrae is a species of geometrid moth described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1945. The species belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as geometer or inchworm moths. It is placed in the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies within Geometridae. The specific epithet 'sierrae' likely refers to the Sierra Nevada or a similar mountainous region, though the precise etymology is not documented in available sources.
Galenara
Galenara is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by James Halliday McDunnough in 1920. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The genus contains seven described species, with records primarily from China. As with other Geometridae, adults are likely nocturnal and possess the slender bodies and broad wings typical of the family.
Galenara olivacea
Galenara olivacea is a geometrid moth species described by Rindge in 1958. It was previously classified under the genus Campylacantha, which explains its appearance in grasshopper field guides as a potential source of confusion. The species is known from North America with limited observational records.
Glaucina baea
Glaucina baea is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Rindge in 1959. It belongs to a genus of small to medium-sized moths characterized by relatively plain, grayish or brownish forewings. The species is known from North America, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented. It is one of approximately 20 described species in the genus Glaucina, most of which occur in western North America.
Glaucina epiphysaria
Glaucina epiphysaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Dyar in 1908. It is known from North America and has been assigned Hodges number 6493. The species belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group within the Geometridae.
Glaucina gonia
Glaucina gonia is a species of geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1959. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths, characterized by their slender bodies and the distinctive looping movement of their caterpillars. The species is part of the genus Glaucina, which contains multiple North American species. Information regarding specific biology, host associations, and detailed distribution remains limited in available sources.
Glaucina interruptaria
Glaucina interruptaria is a North American moth species in the family Geometridae, described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1882. The species belongs to the genus Glaucina, which contains several similar-looking geometrid moths with cryptic wing patterns. Like other members of this genus, it is presumed to be nocturnal and to possess the characteristic slender body and broad wings typical of geometrid moths.
Glaucina lowensis
Glaucina lowensis is a species of geometrid moth described by Cassino & Swett in 1925. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their distinctive larval locomotion. The species is recorded from North America, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.
Glaucina nota
Glaucina nota is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It was described by Rindge in 1959. The species is known from North America and belongs to the genus Glaucina, which comprises several species of moths typically characterized by relatively plain, muted coloration. As with many geometrid moths, the larvae likely feed on various woody plants, though specific host plant records for this species remain poorly documented.
Glaucina ochrofuscaria
Glaucina ochrofuscaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It was described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1882. The species is known from North America and belongs to a genus of relatively small, inconspicuous moths. Very few observations of this species have been documented, with only six records on iNaturalist as of the source date.
Glaucina utahensis
Glaucina utahensis is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Cassino and Swett in 1924. The species epithet 'utahensis' indicates a connection to Utah, though specific details about its biology remain sparse. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest and most diverse groups within the Geometridae. The genus Glaucina contains multiple species of small to medium-sized moths, most of which are poorly documented in the scientific literature.
Glenoides
Glenoides is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Ennominae, established by James Halliday McDunnough in 1920. The genus contains two recognized species: Glenoides lenticuligera (described 1973) and Glenoides texanaria (described 1888). It is placed within the diverse Geometridae family, commonly known as geometer moths or inchworms.
Heliomata
spring moths
Heliomata is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, described by Grote and Robinson in 1866. The genus contains at least four recognized species, including the common spring moth (H. cycladata) and the rare spring moth (H. infulata). Species in this genus are associated with spring flight periods and have been recorded in North America and parts of Europe.
Heliomata infulata
Rare Spring Moth
Heliomata infulata, commonly known as the Rare Spring Moth, is a geometrid moth species described by Augustus Radcliffe Grote in 1863. It is a member of the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae. The species is documented from North America and has a Hodges number of 6263. Despite its common name, specific details about its biology and ecology remain poorly documented in scientific literature.
Hesperumia
sulphur moth
Hesperumia is a genus of geometrid moths established by Packard in 1873. The genus contains four recognized species distributed across western North America, with adults typically active during summer months. Larval stages are poorly documented, but the genus is associated with various host plants including buckwheat and other herbaceous vegetation. Adults of at least one species, H. sulphuraria, are attracted to light sources.
Holochroa dissociarius varia
Holochroa dissociarius varia is a subspecies of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Rindge in 1961. It belongs to a genus of moths within the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group commonly known as inchworm moths due to their larvae's characteristic looping gait. Records indicate this subspecies is present in North America. Very little specific information about its biology, ecology, or distinguishing features has been documented in available sources.
Hulstina grossbecki
Hulstina grossbecki is a geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1970. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae and is endemic to North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6545. Published records indicate it is rarely encountered, with limited observational data available.
Hulstina imitatrix
Hulstina imitatrix is a geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1970. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae and occurs in North America. The species is recognized by MONA/Hodges number 6541. Two subspecies are recognized: the nominate form and H. i. fulva.
Hulstina xera
Hulstina xera is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It was described by Rindge in 1970. The species is known from North America. Like other geometrid moths, adults likely have the characteristic slender bodies and broad wings typical of the family. Very little specific biological information has been published for this species.
Hypagyrtis
Hypagyrtis is a genus of geometrid moths erected by Jacob Hübner in 1818. The genus has experienced taxonomic instability, having been assigned to multiple tribes including Melanolophiini, Bistonini, and currently Boarmiini. It contains seven recognized species distributed in North America, with Hypagyrtis unipunctata being the most widely documented. The genus is well-represented in citizen science observations.
Hypomecis buchholzaria
blue spiderwort moth, Buchholz's gray, Buchholz' Gray
Hypomecis buchholzaria is a geometrid moth species in the family Geometridae, first described by Lemmer in 1937. It is commonly known as the blue spiderwort moth or Buchholz's gray. The species is found in North America and has been assigned Hodges number 6438. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths often referred to as "geometers" or "inchworms" due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Ilexia intractata
Black-dotted Ruddy Moth
A medium-sized geometrid moth with ruddy-brown forewings marked by scattered black dots. The common name refers to this distinctive spotted pattern. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The species is well-documented across eastern North America with over 7,500 iNaturalist observations.
Iridopsis
Iridopsis is a genus of geometrid moths (family Geometridae) established by Warren in 1894. The genus contains approximately 20 described species distributed across the Americas. Several species are economically significant as defoliators of trees, including eucalyptus pests in Brazil and native tree feeders in Chile. Host plant associations vary among species, with some showing narrow specificity and others broader feeding ranges.
Iridopsis dataria
Iridopsis dataria is a geometrid moth species distributed across North and Central America. The species was described by Grote in 1882 and is classified within the subfamily Ennominae. Larvae of related Iridopsis species have been documented as occasional pests of soybean, though specific records for I. dataria on this host are limited. The species is recognized by taxonomic authorities including Catalogue of Life and GBIF.
Iridopsis defectaria
Brown-shaded Gray, brown-shaded gray moth
Iridopsis defectaria is a geometrid moth commonly known as the Brown-shaded Gray. It is widely distributed across eastern and central North America, ranging from Pennsylvania west to Iowa and Kansas, south to Texas, and east to Florida. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light. The species was previously classified under the genus Anacamptodes, which has since been synonymized with Iridopsis.
Iridopsis emasculatum
Tarnished Gray
Iridopsis emasculatum is a geometrid moth species in the subfamily Ennominae, commonly known as the Tarnished Gray. It occurs in North America and is one of numerous species in the genus Iridopsis, which includes several soybean-associated caterpillars. The species was described by Dyar in 1904.
Iridopsis ephyraria
Pale-winged Gray
Iridopsis ephyraria, commonly known as the pale-winged gray, is a moth species in the family Geometridae (geometer moths). First described by Francis Walker in 1860, this species occurs across eastern North America from Canada to the southern United States. The adults are active during summer months, and the larvae feed on a diverse range of woody plants.
Iridopsis fragilaria
Kiawe Moth
Iridopsis fragilaria is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, commonly known as the Kiawe Moth. It has a notably broad distribution spanning Central America, North America, and Oceania including Hawaii. The species was described by Grossbeck in 1909 and is assigned Hodges number 6585. It is relatively well-documented on citizen science platforms with over 600 observations.
Iridopsis humaria
small purplish gray
Iridopsis humaria, commonly known as the small purplish gray, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6584. Larvae of this species have been documented feeding on soybean (Glycine max) as a favored host plant. The species belongs to a genus whose larvae are known for their distinctive 'inching' locomotion characteristic of geometrid caterpillars.
Iridopsis perfectaria
Iridopsis perfectaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was originally described as Anacamptodes perfectaria by McDunnough in 1940 and later transferred to the genus Iridopsis. The species belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, which contains many twig-mimicking caterpillars. It is distributed in North America and Middle America.
Iridopsis pseudoherse
Iridopsis pseudoherse is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Rindge in 1966. It belongs to a genus whose larvae are known as inchworms or loopers, characterized by their distinctive locomotion using only prolegs at the body extremes. The species is part of a group that includes some soybean-feeding members, though specific host associations for I. pseudoherse remain undocumented.
Iridopsis sanctissima
Iridopsis sanctissima is a species of geometrid moth described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1917. It is a member of the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of inchworm moths whose larvae are characterized by their distinctive looping locomotion. The species has been recorded from arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Its small size and limited distribution suggest it may be associated with specific host plants in desert scrub or chaparral habitats, though these relationships remain poorly documented.
Iridopsis vellivolata
Large Purplish Gray
Iridopsis vellivolata, commonly known as the large purplish gray, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It is found in North America, with records from Canada (Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan) and the United States (Vermont). The species has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 6582. The genus Iridopsis was formerly known as Anacamptodes, and some species in this genus have been documented as minor pests of soybean.
Isturgia
Isturgia is a genus of geometrid moths established by Jacob Hübner in 1823. The genus belongs to the subfamily Ennominae and contains species distributed across Europe and parts of Asia. Several species have been studied for their biology and ecological roles, including one species (I. disputaria) investigated as a potential biological control agent for invasive acacia species. Taxonomic relationships within the genus remain incompletely resolved, particularly for species complexes such as I. limbaria/roraria.
Ixala
Ixala is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains four described species: Ixala desperaria, Ixala proutearia, Ixala klotsi, and Ixala adventaria. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group within the geometer moths.
Ixala desperaria
Ixala desperaria is a species of geometrid moth first described by George Hulst in 1887. It is classified in the subfamily Ennominae within the diverse family Geometridae. The species is known from North America, with 87 observations documented on iNaturalist. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6695.
Ixala proutearia
Ixala proutearia is a species of geometrid moth described by Cassino in 1928. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae. The species is recorded from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 6696. Available information is limited, with few documented observations.
Knudsonia
Knudsonia is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae. The genus was established to accommodate species previously placed in other genera within the subfamily Ennominae. Very few observations of this genus exist in public databases, suggesting it is either rare, poorly sampled, or restricted in distribution. The genus is named in honor of the lepidopterist Edward C. Knudson.
Lambdina flavilinearia
Lambdina flavilinearia is a North American geometrid moth described by William Barnes and James Halliday McDunnough in 1913. The species belongs to a genus commonly known as loopers or inchworms, referring to the characteristic movement of their caterpillars. It is recorded in the MONA/Hodges numbering system as 6890.
Lychnosea intermicata
Speckled Lamplighter
Lychnosea intermicata, commonly known as the Speckled Lamplighter, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was first described by Francis Walker in 1862 under the basionym Aspilates intermicata. The species is distributed across North America and is assigned Hodges number 6858 in the MONA (Moths of North America) system. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest and most diverse groups within the Geometridae.
Lycia ypsilon
Woolly Gray Moth, woolly gray
Lycia ypsilon, commonly known as the woolly gray moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It is found in North America. The species has two recognized subspecies: L. y. ypsilon and L. y. carlotta. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6652, a standard identifier used in North American moth classification.
Lytrosis
Lytrosis is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus comprises four described species distributed in North America. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths often characterized by their broad, somewhat triangular wings at rest.
Lytrosis permagnaria
charcoal lytrosis
Lytrosis permagnaria is a species of geometrid moth commonly known as the charcoal lytrosis. It belongs to the family Geometridae, which includes the inchworm moths. The species was originally described by Packard in 1876 under the name Stenotrachelys permagnaria. It is native to North America.
Macaria abruptata
Ninebark Angles
Macaria abruptata, commonly known as Ninebark Angles, is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. It is a member of the diverse genus Macaria, which includes numerous species of angle moths. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1862. Based on its common name and the ecology of congeners, it likely has associations with ninebark (Physocarpus) host plants, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Macaria decorata
Macaria decorata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by George D. Hulst in 1896. It belongs to the diverse genus Macaria, which contains numerous species of inchworm moths distributed primarily across North America. The species is documented in entomological collections and has been recorded in biodiversity databases, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Macaria flavicaria
Macaria flavicaria is a North American geometrid moth first described by Packard in 1876. It belongs to the genus Macaria, a group of moths commonly known as angle moths or inchworm moths. The species is rarely observed, with limited documentation in entomological databases.
Macaria graphidaria
Bold-marked Granite
Macaria graphidaria is a North American moth species in the family Geometridae, described by George D. Hulst in 1887. Adults display distinctive wing patterning with bold, dark markings on a lighter background. The species is associated with coniferous forests and has been documented across western North America. Larval stages feed on conifer foliage.
Macaria grossbecki
Macaria grossbecki is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The species was described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1913. It belongs to a genus of moths commonly known as angle moths or bark moths. Available records indicate it is rarely encountered, with limited observational data.
Macaria guenearia
Macaria guenearia is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. It is endemic to California, United States. The species was described by Alpheus Spring Packard in 1876. As a member of the genus Macaria, it shares the characteristic wing patterns and resting postures typical of this group of moths.
Macaria lorquinaria
Lorquin's Angle
Macaria lorquinaria is a species of geometrid moth commonly known as Lorquin's Angle. It belongs to the diverse family Geometridae, known for their characteristic resting posture with wings held flat. The species was first described by Guenée in 1858. Based on iNaturalist observations, it appears to be a relatively well-documented species with over 360 records.
Macaria marcescaria
Macaria marcescaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The species was described by Achille Guenée in 1858. It is one of numerous Macaria species characterized by relatively small size and cryptic coloration patterns typical of the genus. The species has been documented through iNaturalist observations, indicating ongoing contemporary presence and study.
Macaria occiduaria
The Barred Gray
Macaria occiduaria is a geometrid moth in the tribe Macariini, commonly known as the Barred Gray. The species is characterized by gray forewings with distinct dark transverse lines and a relatively broad wingspan for its genus. It is native to western North America and has been documented in a moderate number of observations. Adults are active during summer months.
Macaria oweni
Owen's larch looper, Owen's angle moth, Owen's Angle
Macaria oweni is a small geometrid moth native to northern North America. The species is specialized on tamarack (Larix laricina) as a larval host. Adults are active during early summer, with a single annual generation. The moth was first described from specimens collected in New England.
Macaria simplex
Macaria simplex is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Dyar in 1907. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group commonly known as carpet moths or loopers. The genus Macaria contains numerous North American species, many of which are associated with coniferous and deciduous forests. Specific ecological and biological details for M. simplex remain poorly documented in available literature.
Macaria simpliciata
Macaria simpliciata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It was described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1918. The species is known from a limited number of observations, with iNaturalist recording 16 observations as of the available data. Like other members of the genus Macaria, it is presumed to be a small to medium-sized moth with cryptic coloration adapted for resting on bark or foliage.
Macaria truncataria
Black-banded Orange Moth
Macaria truncataria, commonly known as the Black-banded Orange Moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. The species was described by Francis Walker in 1862. It is part of the diverse genus Macaria, which includes numerous North American species characterized by distinctive wing patterns. Adults are recognized by their orange and black coloration.
Melanolophia imperfectaria
Melanolophia imperfectaria is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Francis Walker in 1860. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae and is found in North America. The species is recognized by MONA/Hodges number 6622. Two subspecies are recognized: the nominate form and M. i. solida described by Rindge in 1964.
Melanolophiini
Melanolophiini is a tribe of geometrid moths within the subfamily Ennominae. Members of this tribe are primarily distributed in the Nearctic and Neotropical regions. The group contains several genera, including the type genus Melanolophia. These moths are generally small to medium-sized with relatively subdued coloration compared to some other geometrid groups.
Melemaea
Melemaea is a genus of geometrid moths established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains two recognized species: M. magdalena and M. virgata. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group within the Geometridae. The genus remains poorly documented in scientific literature.
Mericisca gracea
Mericisca gracea is a species of geometrid moth described by George D. Hulst in 1896. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies within Geometridae. The species is recorded from North America and is cataloged under Hodges number 6605 in the Moths of North America database.
Mericisca scobina
Mericisca scobina is a geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1958. It is known from North America and is assigned Hodges number 6607. The species belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the diverse family Geometridae.
Meris
Meris is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The genus was established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. It contains five described species, all restricted to western North America. The genus is characterized by distinctive wing patterns and is part of a diverse group of inchworm moths.
Meris alticola
Meris alticola is a species of geometrid moth described by Hulst in 1896. It belongs to the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The species is known from North America and has been assigned Hodges number 6879.1. Available information is limited, with 86 iNaturalist observations recorded.
Metanema
Metanema is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The genus was erected by Achille Guenée in 1857 (published 1858) and currently contains approximately 14 described species distributed primarily in the Americas. Species within this genus are part of the diverse geometrid moth fauna, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths due to the characteristic looping locomotion of their larvae.
Metanema brunneilinearia
A geometrid moth described by Grossbeck in 1907, currently classified in the genus Metanema within subfamily Ennominae. The species has been recorded in limited iNaturalist observations (14 records), suggesting restricted documentation or naturally low abundance. Taxonomic placement has been disputed, with GBIF listing it as a synonym under Synaxis.
Metarranthis homuraria
Purplish Metarranthis Moth, purplish metarranthi
Metarranthis homuraria, commonly known as the Purplish Metarranthis Moth, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was originally described as Endropia homuraria by Grote & Robinson in 1868. The species is recorded across North America and is assigned Hodges number 6828 in the North American moth numbering system.
Metarranthis hypochraria
Common Metarranthis Moth
A geometrid moth native to eastern North America. Larvae are stick mimics that feed primarily on Prunus species. Adults are active in spring, with one generation per year.
Metarranthis lateritiaria
Southern Metarranthis Moth
Metarranthis lateritiaria is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Guenée in 1858. It is known from North America and is assigned Hodges number 6829. The species is commonly referred to as the Southern Metarranthis Moth.
Metarranthis pilosaria
coastal bog metarranthi, slender groundsel moth
Metarranthis pilosaria is a species of geometrid moth found in North America. It is known by two common names: the coastal bog metarranthi and the slender groundsel moth. The species was first described by Packard in 1876. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly referred to as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval movement.
Metrica kuschea
Metrica kuschea is a species of moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. Originally described as Semiothisa kuschea by Guedet in 1939, it was later transferred to the genus Metrica. The genus Metrica is a small group within the diverse Geometridae family. Information on this species remains sparse, with minimal documented observations.
Narraga
Narraga is a genus of geometrid moths established by Walker in 1861. The genus includes at least seven described species, with Narraga fimetaria (the green broomweed looper) being the most thoroughly studied due to its potential as a biological control agent for weedy broomweed in rangelands. Species in this genus are associated with open habitats and have narrow host plant associations.
Narraga georgiana
Ohoopee Inchworm Moth
Narraga georgiana is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Charles Covell in 1984. It belongs to the genus Narraga, which comprises a small group of inchworm moths. The species is known from a limited number of observations, with iNaturalist documenting 15 records as of the knowledge cutoff. The common name "Ohoopee Inchworm Moth" references the Ohoopee River region in Georgia, suggesting a geographic association with the southeastern United States.
Nemeris
Nemeris is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Rindge in 1981. The genus contains three described species: N. speciosa, N. percne, and N. sternitzkyi. It is classified within the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies of geometer moths. The genus appears to have limited documentation, with only 30 observations recorded on iNaturalist.
Nemeris speciosa
Nemeris speciosa is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. It is native to North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6876, a standard numbering system for North American Lepidoptera. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of geometer moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Neoterpes
Neoterpes is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains four described species native to North America. These moths belong to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The genus has been documented in entomological collections and observation platforms, with over 2,000 records attributed to it.
Neoterpes ephelidaria
Neoterpes ephelidaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1886. The species is native to North America and has been assigned the MONA (Moths of North America) or Hodges number 6859. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths commonly known as "inchworms" or "loopers" due to their characteristic larval locomotion. Based on iNaturalist observations, the species has been documented at least 61 times, suggesting it is encountered with moderate frequency by naturalists.
Nepheloleuca
Nepheloleuca is a genus of geometrid moths erected by Arthur Gardiner Butler in 1883. The genus comprises twelve species characterized by similar wing patterns with variations in ground color and minor marking differences. Species are distributed across the Caribbean islands of Haiti, Cuba, and Jamaica, as well as mainland South America.
Nepheloleuca floridata
Nepheloleuca floridata is a species of geometrid moth described by Grote in 1883. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae. The species has been recorded from limited localities in the southeastern United States and Mexico, suggesting a restricted distribution in subtropical regions of North America.
Nepterotaea
Nepterotaea is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, established by McDunnough in 1920. The genus contains at least two recognized species: N. diagonalis and N. furva. As geometrid moths, members are likely characterized by slender bodies and broad wings typical of the family. The genus appears to be relatively poorly documented in scientific literature.
Nepterotaea furva
Nepterotaea furva is a species of geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1973. It is a member of the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of inchworm moths. The species is known from North America and has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 6526. Published information on its biology remains limited.
Nepytia pellucidaria
false pine looper, Boreal Pine Looper Moth
Nepytia pellucidaria is a geometrid moth commonly known as the false pine looper. The species was first described by Alpheus Spring Packard in 1873. It occurs in northeastern North America, where its larvae feed on hard pines including pitch pine and red pine. The species has a wingspan of approximately 34–39 mm.
Numia
Numia is a strictly Neotropical genus of geometer moths (Geometridae: Ennominae). The genus contains at least one well-documented species, N. terebintharia Guenée, which has been recorded from the Caribbean, Florida, Costa Rica, and northeastern Brazil. Caterpillars are inchworm-type with two pairs of false abdominal legs and feed externally on leaves of Ziziphus species (Rhamnaceae). Adults are small moths with wingspans around 2.5 cm; females possess a large variable apical spot on the forewings, while males have bipectinate antennae and females have filiform antennae.
Numia terebintharia
A Neotropical geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, first recorded in Brazil from the Caatinga region in 2021. Adults are small green moths with approximately 2.5 cm wingspan; females possess an apical spot on the forewings. The species was previously known from the Caribbean, Florida (USA), Haiti, and Costa Rica. Caterpillars are external leaf-feeders that can cause extensive defoliation of host plants.
Orthofidonia tinctaria
Marbled Wave, Marbled Wave Moth
Orthofidonia tinctaria, commonly known as the marbled wave or marbled wave moth, is a geometrid moth species described by Walker in 1860. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae. The species is recorded from North America, with confirmed presence in the northeastern United States including Vermont. Its MONA (Moths of North America) Hodges number is 6428.
Ourapterygini
Ourapterygini is a large tribe of geometer moths within the subfamily Ennominae, described in 1846. The tribe is particularly diverse in the Neotropics and is considered the youngest tribe of its subfamily based on phylogenetic evidence. Members are distinguished by characteristic asymmetrical processes of the anellus, a derived trait present at least seasonally. Many species exhibit butterfly-like appearance and partially diurnal behavior, with conspicuous coloration that may serve as aposematic warning signals.
Oxydia
Oxydia is a genus of geometrid moths in the family Geometridae, first described by Achille Guenée in 1857. Species in this genus are distributed across the Americas, with several species recognized as forest pests of economic importance. The genus includes defoliator species that attack conifers, eucalyptus, and other woody plants. Larvae are commonly known as loopers or measuring worms due to their characteristic looping gait.
Parapheromia
Parapheromia is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, first described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1920. The genus contains five described species: P. cassinoi, P. falsata, P. configurata, P. lichenaria, and P. ficta. It is classified within the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths often associated with woody vegetation.
Parexcelsa
Parexcelsa is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by Pearsall in 1912. It is classified within the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies of geometer moths. The genus is poorly documented in scientific literature, with limited information available regarding its constituent species, distribution, and biology. Most knowledge of this genus derives from taxonomic databases rather than primary research.
Pero behrensaria
Behr's Pero Moth, Behr's pero
Pero behrensaria, commonly known as Behr's Pero Moth or Behr's pero, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. First described by Packard in 1871, it is native to North America. The species is recognized by the MONA (Moths of North America) or Hodges number 6760. Three subspecies have been described: P. b. behrensaria, P. b. daulus (Rindge, 1955), and P. b. sperryi (Rindge, 1955).
Pero inviolata
Pero inviolata is a species of geometrid moth described by Hulst in 1898. It belongs to the genus Pero, a group of moths commonly known as peros or geometrid moths. The species is distributed in North America and is cataloged with Hodges number 6750. Information on its biology and ecology is limited.
Pero mizon
Pero mizon is a species of geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1955. It belongs to the genus Pero, a group of moths commonly known as peros or geometrid moths. The species is distributed across North America. It has been assigned the MONA (Moth Photographers Group) or Hodges number 6757, a standardized numbering system for North American Lepidoptera.
Pero modestus
Pero modestus is a species of geometrid moth described by Grossbeck in 1910. It belongs to the family Geometridae, a large group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The species occurs in North America.
Pero occidentalis
Western Pero Moth, western pero
Pero occidentalis, commonly known as the western pero moth, is a species of geometrid moth described by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. It belongs to the family Geometridae, a large group commonly called inchworms or geometer moths due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The species is native to North America and is cataloged with MONA/Hodges number 6761. Like other members of genus Pero, it is part of the diverse Ennominae subfamily.
Pero pima
Pero pima is a species of geometrid moth described by Poole in 1987. It belongs to the family Geometridae, a large and diverse group commonly known as geometer moths or inchworms. The species is recorded from North America. It has been assigned MONA (Moths of North America) or Hodges number 6762.1.
Pero washakiensis
Pero washakiensis is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Ferris in 2003. It belongs to the genus Pero, a diverse group of moths commonly known as peros or geometrids. The species epithet 'washakiensis' suggests a geographic association, likely referring to the Washakie area or region. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it shares characteristics with other inchworm moths that have reduced wing venation and larvae with reduced prolegs.
Phaeoura
Phaeoura is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Ennominae. The genus includes several species, notably Phaeoura mexicanaria (pine looper) and Phaeoura quernaria (oak beauty), whose common names reflect larval host associations. Larvae of at least some species are known to feed on conifers or hardwood trees. The genus occurs in North America.
Phaeoura cana
Phaeoura cana is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Rindge in 1961. It belongs to a genus of moths commonly known as pine loopers. The species is recorded from North America. Beyond basic taxonomic placement and geographic presence, detailed biological information remains undocumented in the available literature.
Phaeoura cristifera
Phaeoura cristifera is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was first described by George D. Hulst in 1896. The species is known from North America and is assigned Hodges number 6764 in the North American Moth Photographers Group system. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of inchworm moths.
Phaeoura utahensis
Phaeoura utahensis is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. First described by Cassino and Swett in 1923, this species is known from North America. The genus Phaeoura comprises relatively understudied moths, with limited published information on their biology and ecology. As with many geometrid moths, adults are likely nocturnal and possess the characteristic slender bodies and broad wings typical of the family.
Pherne parallelia
Pherne parallelia is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was described by Packard in 1873 and is found in North America. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6950, a standardized numbering system for North American Lepidoptera. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Pherne placeraria
Pherne placeraria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Guenée in 1858. It is found in North America and is assigned the MONA/Hodges number 6949. As a member of the subfamily Ennominae, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The species is documented through 29 iNaturalist observations and has a confirmed presence in GBIF distribution records.
Pherne sperryi
Pherne sperryi is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It was described by McDunnough in 1935. The species is found in North America and has been assigned the MONA or Hodges number 6951. As a member of the Ennominae subfamily, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval movement.
Philtraea paucimacula
Philtraea paucimacula is a species of geometrid moth described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1918. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of inchworm moths. The species is recorded from North America and is catalogued under Hodges number 6850. It is a relatively obscure species with limited published natural history information.
Philtraea utahensis
Philtraea utahensis is a species of geometrid moth described by Buckett in 1971. It belongs to the family Geometridae, a large and diverse group commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths. The species is known from North America and has been assigned MONA (Moth Photographers Group) or Hodges number 6846. Very little detailed biological information has been published for this species.
Phyllodonta
Phyllodonta is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, established by Warren in 1894. The genus contains approximately 30 described species distributed primarily in the Neotropical region, with some taxa extending into the Nearctic. Several species form cryptic complexes that are superficially indistinguishable based on adult external morphology but can be differentiated by genitalia, larval characteristics, host plant associations, and DNA barcodes. The genus has been subject to recent taxonomic revision, particularly for the latrata species group in Costa Rica.
Phyllodonta sarukhani
Phyllodonta sarukhani is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Beutelspacher in 1984. The genus Phyllodonta comprises moths with leaf-mimicking wing patterns, though specific documentation for this species remains limited. It is known from Mexico based on museum specimens and sparse observation records.
Pionenta
Pionenta is a genus of geometrid moths erected by Clifford D. Ferris in 2010. The genus was established during a revision of the related genus Antepione. It contains a single described species, Pionenta ochreata, originally described by Hulst in 1898. The genus belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae.
Pionenta ochreata
Pionenta ochreata is a small geometrid moth found in the southwestern United States. The species was originally described by Hulst in 1898 and later transferred to the genus Pionenta when that genus was erected to accommodate species formerly placed in Antepione. Adults fly during late spring and summer months.
Plagodis
Plagodis is a genus of geometrid moths established by Jacob Hübner in 1825. The genus includes approximately 30 described species distributed across the Holarctic region, with notable diversity in both Europe and North America. Several species are recognized for their distinctive wing patterns and resting postures. The genus name derives from Greek, referring to the oblique or slanted wing posture characteristic of many species at rest.
Plataea polychroma
Plataea polychroma is a species of geometrid moth described by Ferris & McFarland in 2010. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae. The species is native to North America. Available information on this recently described species remains limited.
Prionomelia spododea
Prionomelia spododea is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. It is native to North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 6613. The species was originally described under the genus Alcis before being transferred to Prionomelia. Observation records indicate established populations across its range, though detailed biological information remains limited.
Probole nepiasaria
Heath Probole
Probole nepiasaria, known as the Heath Probole, is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. It is native to North America, with confirmed records from Vermont. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1860 under the basionym Hyperetis nepiasaria. As a member of the Ennominae subfamily, it belongs to a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Protitame
Protitame is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, erected by James Halliday McDunnough in 1939. The genus includes at least three described species, notably Protitame virginalis (virgin moth), Protitame subalbaria, and Protitame cervula. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies within Geometridae. Species within this genus appear to be restricted to North America, with documented occurrence records from the United States including Vermont.
Protoboarmia
porcelain gray (for P. porcelaria), dash-lined looper (for P. porcelaria)
Protoboarmia is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Ennominae, containing at least two described species: P. porcelaria (porcelain gray, dash-lined looper) and P. simpliciaria. Larval stages have been documented from forest habitats, with eggs laid singly on conifer needles. The genus was established by McDunnough in 1920. Taxonomic status varies by source: Catalogue of Life and GBIF recognize Protoboarmia as valid, while some sources consider it synonymous with Alcis.
Protoboarmia porcelaria
Porcelain Gray, Dash-lined Looper
Protoboarmia porcelaria is a Geometrid moth commonly known as the Porcelain Gray or Dash-lined Looper. Adults are medium-sized with brown-gray wings marked by crossed curved lines and a distinctive black blotch. The species occurs throughout North America except the far north, with one generation annually in northern regions and two in southern areas. Larvae feed primarily on conifer foliage and overwinter in their penultimate instar stage.
Psamatodes
Psamatodes is a genus of geometrid moths erected by Achille Guenée in 1857. The genus contains at least 20 described species distributed primarily in the Americas. Species-level taxonomy remains partially unresolved, with some names treated as synonyms in recent databases. The genus is placed in the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of inchworm moths.
Pterospoda
Pterospoda is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, first described by Harrison Gray Dyar Jr. in 1903. The genus contains three recognized species: Pterospoda kunzei, Pterospoda nigrescens, and Pterospoda opuscularia. All three species were originally described by George D. Hulst in the late 19th century. The genus belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths.
Pterospoda kunzei
Pterospoda kunzei is a species of geometrid moth described by Hulst in 1898. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae within the family Geometridae. The species is recorded from North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 6708.
Pterospoda nigrescens
Pterospoda nigrescens is a small geometrid moth with a wingspan of approximately 24 mm, distributed across arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The species exhibits bivoltine flight patterns with primary activity periods in April and August in Arizona. Larvae have been successfully reared on Condalia species, specifically Condalia warnockii var. kearneyana, indicating a specialized host relationship with this shrub genus.
Pterospoda opuscularia
Pterospoda opuscularia is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by George Duryea Hulst in 1887. It is distributed across North America. The species is assigned Hodges number 6707 in the Moths of North America database.
Pterotaea miscella
Pterotaea miscella is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. Described by Rindge in 1970, this species is part of a genus of moths distributed in North America. The genus name Pterotaea derives from Greek roots referring to wing characteristics. Like other geometrid moths, adults likely have slender bodies and broad wings, with larvae that are inchworm-type caterpillars characteristic of the family.
Pterotaea plagia
Pterotaea plagia is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. Described by Rindge in 1970, this species belongs to a genus of North American geometrid moths. Records indicate it is present in North America. The genus Pterotaea contains multiple species of small to medium-sized moths, though specific details about P. plagia's biology remain poorly documented in available sources.
Rindgea flaviterminata
Rindgea flaviterminata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, originally described from North America. The specific epithet "flaviterminata" refers to yellow terminal markings on the wings. This species is currently treated as a synonym of Digrammia flaviterminata.
Rindgea maricopa
Rindgea maricopa is a species of geometrid moth described by George Duryea Hulst in 1898. The species is currently treated as a synonym of Digrammia maricopa, reflecting ongoing taxonomic revisions within the Geometridae. Like other members of this family, it is a nocturnal moth with larvae that are likely folivorous, though specific details about its biology remain poorly documented. The species epithet "maricopa" references Maricopa County or the Maricopa region of Arizona, suggesting a southwestern North American distribution.
Rindgea subterminata
Rindgea subterminata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1913. It belongs to the genus Rindgea, a group of North American moths characterized by relatively plain, grayish-brown coloration and subtle wing patterns. The species is known from western North America, where adults are active during the summer months.
Rindgeria
Rindgeria is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, established by Heppner in 2010. It belongs to the diverse group of geometer moths, which are characterized by slender bodies and broad wings. The genus appears to be relatively recently described with limited published documentation. Observations suggest it occurs in tropical and subtropical regions.
Sabulodes
Sabulodes is a genus of geometrid moths (Geometridae: Ennominae) first described by Achille Guenée in 1857. The genus contains approximately 50 described species distributed primarily in the Americas, with some species occurring in the Neotropics. Several species have been documented as forest defoliators, including Sabulodes glaucularia, which has been reported as a pest of Pinus patula, Cupressus lusitanica, and Eucalyptus in Colombian forests. The genus is taxonomically well-established but individual species-level biology remains incompletely documented.
Sabulodes dissimilis
Sabulodes dissimilis is a species of moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, originally described as Phengommataea dissimilis by Hulst in 1898. The species is currently accepted under the genus Sabulodes. As a geometrid moth, it belongs to a large and diverse group commonly known as inchworms or loopers, characterized by their distinctive larval locomotion. The specific epithet 'dissimilis' suggests dissimilarity or difference, though the original description does not specify the basis for this naming. The species has been documented in North America based on distribution records.
Sabulodes huachuca
Sabulodes huachuca is a geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1978. It belongs to the diverse family Geometridae, which includes many species commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths due to their characteristic larval locomotion. The species is documented from North America, with the specific epithet referencing the Huachuca Mountains of southeastern Arizona.
Sabulodes mabelata
Sabulodes mabelata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Sperry in 1948. It is known to occur in North America. The species has been assigned the MONA/Hodges number 6999. Like other members of the genus Sabulodes, it belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometer moths.
Sabulodes olifata
Sabulodes olifata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It was described by Guedet in 1939. The genus Sabulodes includes several North American species, with S. olifata being one of the less commonly documented members. Available information on this species is limited, with only six observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff.
Sabulodes spoliata
Sabulodes spoliata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Grossbeck in 1908. It is found in North America and has been recorded in 119 iNaturalist observations. The species is recognized by the MONA or Hodges number 7003. Three subspecies have been described: Sabulodes spoliata berkleyata, Sabulodes spoliata lagunata, and the nominate subspecies Sabulodes spoliata spoliata.
Selenia kentaria
Kent's Geometer Moth, Kent's thorn, Kent's geometer
Selenia kentaria is a geometrid moth native to eastern and central North America. Adults are active from March through August and possess wingspans of 32–52 mm. The species exhibits remarkable crypsis: adults mimic wilted leaves, while larvae resemble twigs. Larvae feed on several hardwood tree genera including Betula and Prunus.
Sericoptera
Sericoptera is a genus of New World geometrid moths erected by Herrich-Schäffer in 1855. The genus contains seven described species distributed from Canada to Bolivia. Adults are characterized by distinctive wing patterns of white to cream ground color with pale brown transverse bands. The type species is Sericoptera mahometaria (Herrich-Schäffer, [1853]), originally described as Geometra mahometaria.
Sericosema wilsonensis
Sericosema wilsonensis is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Cassino and Swett in 1922. It is recorded from North America and assigned Hodges number 6674. Very few observations exist in public databases, indicating it is either rare, poorly sampled, or restricted to specific habitats.
Sicya
Sicya is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, established by Achille Guenée in 1857. The genus contains seven described species, primarily distributed in North America. These moths are part of the diverse geometrid fauna commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths, though specific ecological traits of the genus remain poorly documented.
Sicya crocearia
Sicya crocearia is a species of geometrid moth described by Packard in 1873. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths, within the subfamily Ennominae. The species is documented from North America and has been assigned the Hodges number 6911 in the North American moth numbering system.
Slossonia
Slossonia is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1898. The genus belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies within Geometridae. As a genus-level taxon, Slossonia encompasses multiple species of geometer moths, though detailed biological information for the genus as a whole remains limited in published literature.
Slossonia rubrotincta
A small North American geometrid moth described by George Hulst in 1898. The species is placed in the genus Slossonia, a group of inchworm moths within the subfamily Ennominae. Records indicate presence across North America, though detailed biological information remains limited. The specific epithet 'rubrotincta' suggests reddish coloration.
Snowia
Snowia is a monotypic moth genus in the family Geometridae, established by Berthold Neumoegen in 1884. The genus contains a single species, Snowia montanaria, a North American geometrid moth. This genus is classified within the subfamily Ennominae. The species is assigned MONA/Hodges number 6875.
Somatolophia ectrapelaria
Somatolophia ectrapelaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, first described by Grossbeck in 1908. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies within the geometrid moths. The species is documented in North America and has been assigned MONA/Hodges number 6945. Available records indicate it is a rarely observed species with limited published biological information.
Sphacelodes
Sphacelodes is a genus of geometrid moths established by Achille Guenée in 1857. The genus contains at least three recognized species: S. vulneraria, S. fusilineatus, and S. haitiaria. It is classified within the subfamily Ennominae of the family Geometridae. The genus has accumulated over 2,900 observations on iNaturalist, indicating moderate documentation of its species.
Spodolepis danbyi
Dog-face Geometer
Spodolepis danbyi, known as the Dog-face Geometer, is a species of geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. It is a North American species first described by George D. Hulst in 1898. The common name refers to a distinctive facial marking pattern on the adult moth. The genus Spodolepis is small and poorly studied, with limited published information on its biology.
Spodolepis substriataria
Spodolepis substriataria is a North American geometrid moth first described by George D. Hulst in 1896. The species exhibits a broad transcontinental distribution spanning boreal and temperate regions from Alaska across Canada to the Atlantic coast, with southern extensions into the western United States. It belongs to the diverse subfamily Ennominae, a group commonly known as inchworm or spanworm moths due to their characteristic larval locomotion.
Stenoporpia anellula
Stenoporpia anellula is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The species was described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1917. It belongs to a genus of moths commonly known as 'slant-lined' or 'porpia' moths, characterized by their relatively slender bodies and cryptic coloration. Like other members of Geometridae, adults are nocturnal and larvae are likely inchworm-type caterpillars with reduced prolegs.
Stenoporpia dissonaria
Stenoporpia dissonaria is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by George Hulst in 1896. The species is classified within the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their characteristic larval locomotion. Records indicate presence in North America, though detailed ecological and biological information remains limited.
Stenoporpia vernata
Stenoporpia vernata is a geometer moth (family Geometridae) described by Barnes and McDunnough in 1910 from North American specimens. The specific epithet "vernata" suggests a spring-emerging species. Like other members of the genus Stenoporpia, it belongs to the diverse inchworm moth lineage characterized by caterpillars that move with a looping gait. The species is documented in entomological collections and databases but remains poorly known in terms of natural history.
Stergamataea inornata
Stergamataea inornata is a species of geometrid moth in the family Geometridae, described by George D. Hulst in 1896. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest and most diverse groups within the Geometridae. The species is characterized by its relatively plain or unadorned appearance, as suggested by its specific epithet "inornata" (meaning "unadorned" or "plain"). Very little detailed biological information has been published about this species.
Tacparia
Tacparia is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The genus was erected by Francis Walker in 1860 and contains three recognized species: Tacparia zalissaria, Tacparia atropunctata, and Tacparia detersata. These moths are part of the diverse Geometridae family, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths.
Tacparia detersata
Pale Alder Moth
Tacparia detersata, known as the pale alder moth, is a North American geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae. It is broadly distributed across Canada and the northern United States. The species has been documented in over 1,400 iNaturalist observations, suggesting it is relatively common and readily encountered by observers.
Taeniogramma
Taeniogramma is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, established by Paul Dognin in 1914. The genus contains approximately ten described species distributed across the Americas, with the highest diversity in Central and South America and several species extending into the southwestern United States. Species in this genus are characterized by their patterned forewings, often featuring distinct lines or bands.
Taeniogramma mendicata
Taeniogramma mendicata is a geometrid moth species in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. It was originally described by George Hulst in 1887 under the genus Macaria, and later transferred to Taeniogramma. The species is known from North America and has been assigned Hodges number 6424 in the North American moth classification system. It belongs to the tribe Macariini, a group of moths commonly known as 'pug' or 'carpet' moths.
Tesiophora entephros
Tesiophora entephros is a species of geometrid moth described by Rindge in 1990. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths. The genus Tesiophora is a small group within the subfamily Ennominae. Very few observations of this species have been documented.
Tetracis
Slant-Lines
Tetracis is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Ennominae, established by Achille Guenée in 1858. The genus was revised taxonomically in 2010, when Synaxis was synonymized with Tetracis and three new western North American species were described. It currently comprises 13 recognized North American species. The common name 'Slant-Lines' refers to characteristic wing patterns visible in many species.
Tetracis australis
Tetracis australis is a geometrid moth described by Ferris in 2010. It is restricted to a narrow coastal and montane range in southern California and northern Baja California, Mexico. The species exhibits spring seasonality, with adult flight from March through late June. Larval host associations remain provisional, with Quercus and Populus species suggested as probable food plants.
Tetracis jubararia
October thorn moth, October Thorn
Tetracis jubararia is a geometrid moth known as the October thorn moth. It occurs in western North America with two recognized subspecies occupying distinct elevational zones. Adults fly in late summer and autumn. Larvae feed on a diverse range of woody plants including both angiosperms and conifers.
Tetracis pallulata
Tetracis pallulata is a geometrid moth first described by George Duryea Hulst in 1887. The species is restricted to western North America, with adults active in late summer and fall. Larvae feed on conifers in several genera including Abies, Picea, Pseudotsuga, and Tsuga. The species has been treated under the synonym Synaxis pallulata in some taxonomic treatments.
Thallophaga nigroseriata
Thallophaga nigroseriata is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Packard in 1873. It is known from western North America. Very few observations of this species have been documented, with only four records on iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff.
Tornos
Tornos is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae. The genus was established by Morrison in 1875. Species in this genus are characterized by relatively small size and cryptic wing patterns that provide camouflage against bark and leaf litter. The genus occurs primarily in North America, with species inhabiting forested and shrubland environments. Adults are nocturnal and attracted to light.
Tornos cinctarius
Tornos cinctarius is a geometrid moth in the subfamily Ennominae, described by Hulst in 1887. It is a small to medium-sized moth with a North American distribution. The species is assigned Hodges number 6485 in the Moth Photographers Group system. Published information on its biology and ecology remains limited.
Tornos punctata
Tornos punctata is a species of geometrid moth described by Druce in 1899. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths. The species is recorded from both Middle America and North America. Beyond taxonomic classification and distribution records, specific biological details about this species remain poorly documented in available sources.
Tracheops
Tracheops is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae, established by George Duryea Hulst in 1896. The genus contains a single described species, Tracheops bolteri. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths commonly known as inchworms or loopers due to their larval locomotion.
Trigrammia quadrinotaria
Four-spotted Angle
Trigrammia quadrinotaria, commonly known as the Four-spotted Angle, is a North American geometrid moth in the family Geometridae. The species was described by Herrich-Schäffer in 1855. It is attracted to blacklight and has been documented in urban and semi-rural settings during spring surveys.
Vinemina catalina
Vinemina catalina is a moth species in the family Geometridae, first described by McDunnough in 1945. It belongs to the subfamily Ennominae, one of the largest subfamilies of geometer moths. The species is known from North America. Like other geometrid moths, its larvae are likely inchworms or loopers, characterized by their distinctive method of locomotion using only prolegs at the rear of the body.
Vinemina perdita
Vinemina perdita is a species of geometrid moth described by Guedet in 1939. It belongs to the family Geometridae, commonly known as inchworm or geometer moths, characterized by their slender bodies and the looping movement of their larvae. The genus Vinemina is placed within the subfamily Ennominae, a diverse group of geometrid moths found primarily in North America.
Xanthotype
Crocus Geometer Moths
Xanthotype is a genus of geometrid moths in the subfamily Ennominae, containing five described species distributed in North America. The genus was established by Warren in 1894. Species are commonly known as crocus geometer moths, though they cannot be reliably identified to species from photographs alone. The genus includes the well-known crocus geometer (Xanthotype sospeta), described by Drury in 1773, and several species described by Swett in 1918.
Xanthotype sospeta
Crocus Geometer
Xanthotype sospeta, commonly known as the crocus geometer, is a pale yellow geometrid moth first described from Jamaica in 1773. It occurs across much of North America from Nova Scotia to British Columbia and south to Colorado and Georgia. The species inhabits deciduous and mixedwood forests. Adults are distinguished by faint brown streaks on the wings and a wingspan of approximately 62 mm. Larvae feed on low-growing shrubs and herbs including willow, dogwood, and viburnum species.
Yermoia
Yermoia is a genus of geometer moths in the family Geometridae, subfamily Ennominae, erected by Canadian entomologist James Halliday McDunnough in 1940. The genus contains two described species: Yermoia perplexata (the type species) and Yermoia glaucina. It is a small genus with limited published information regarding its biology and ecology.