Butterflies and Moths of North America

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  Sighting 1134943

Wavy-Lined Emerald
Synchlora aerata

Observation date: July 27, 2017
Date notes: The caterpillar was found on July 27, 2017, pupated on August 1, 2017, and emerged as an adult on August 13, 2017.
Submitted by: Indy Entomologist
Specimen type: Photograph
Observation notes: This geometer caterpillar was discovered crawling on clothing while working in a residential flower bed. Small bits of flower parts appeared to be moving about but upon further investigation a larva was found hiding inside the debris. It was reared out to the adult stage. The wingspan of the adult is 12 mm. Dorsal and ventral photos are attached.
Status: Resident
Verified by: rogerdowner
Verified date: August 17, 2017
Coordinator notes: None.
Checklist region(s): Marion County, United States, Indiana