Green inchworm (geometer moth caterpillar)

Vegetation, shrubs, gardens, and woodland edges; larvae often occur on host plants and may wander onto nearby surfaces before pupating.

Chews leaves, flowers, and sometimes fruits of various plants; many species are host-specific, while *Synchlora* larvae may camouflage themselves with plant material.

Moves by looping its body because it has reduced abdominal prolegs. Larvae commonly hide among foliage, feed mostly at night, and eventually pupate in soil, leaf litter, or loosely attached plant shelters.

Harmless to people and nonvenomous. Caterpillars may cause minor ornamental-plant damage; adults are moths that contribute to food webs and pollination.