Linden Looper – Erannis tiliaria

Linden Looper – Erannis tiliaria Common Name: Linden Looper Latin Name: Erannis tiliaria Appearance: The adult Linden Looper is a medium-sized moth with a wingspan of about 35-40 mm. The forewings are light brown with a darker brown wavy line, while the hindwings are pale gray. The larvae are green with white stripes along their backs and have a characteristic looping gait.

• Egg:The eggs are small, round, and pale yellow, laid singly on the leaves of host plants.
• Pupae:The pupae are brown and about 20-25 mm long.
• Larva:The larvae are green with white stripes along their backs and have a characteristic looping gait. They are about 25-30 mm in length when fully grown.
• Adults:Linden Looper is a medium-sized moth with a wingspan of about 35-40 mm. The forewings are light brown with a darker brown wavy line, while the hindwings are pale gray.

Host plants: The Linden Looper feeds on a variety of trees, including linden (Tilia spp.), birch (Betula spp.), elm (Ulmus spp.), and maple (Acer spp.). Territory: The Linden Looper is found throughout North America. Damages caused by The Linden Looper: The larvae of the Linden Looper feed on the leaves of host plants and can cause defoliation, weakening the plant and making it more susceptible to other pests and diseases. Life history and Habits: The Linden Looper overwinters as a pupa in plant debris or soil. In the spring, the moths emerge and mate, and the females lay eggs on the leaves of host plants. The larvae hatch and begin to feed, and they go through several instars before pupating. The entire life cycle can be completed in about 1-2 months, and there may be several generations per year.