Wavy-lined Emerald
Synchlora aerata
Superfamily Geometroidea
Family Geometridae (Geometrid Moths)
Subfamily Geometrinae (Emeralds)
Wingspan: 13 - 24 mm
Flight period: May - October
Habitat: Fields, meadows and other open areas
Caterpillar host plants: variety of plants including coreopsis, coneflowers, asters, ragweeds, and raspberry fruits