Inchworm (Spanworm or Geometer Moth Larva)

Gardens, forests, parks, and other areas with abundant vegetation and foliage.

Herbivorous; primarily feeds on the leaves of various trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants.

Notable for their unique looping movement caused by having prolegs only at the front and back; they often extend their bodies stiffly when disturbed to mimic a small twig.

Generally harmless to humans, though large populations can cause significant defoliation to host plants; they serve as a vital food source for birds and predatory insects.