
Community identification
White Slant-line Moth
Tetracis cachexiata
- Order & Family
- Order Lepidoptera, Family Geometridae
- Size
- 38–50 mm wingspan
Natural Habitat
Found in woodlands, forests, and suburban gardens across North America.
Diet & Feeding
Larvae (caterpillars) feed on various trees and shrubs including birch, maple, and cherry; adults feed on flower nectar.
Behavior Patterns
Nocutrnal and attracted to lights at night; during the day, they rest on vegetation where their pale color provides camouflage. They undergo complete metamorphosis.
Risks & Benefits
Harmless to humans; serves as a pollinator for flowers and acts as a food source for birds and bats in the ecosystem.