Appearance
The wingspan of this species is between 29 and 41 mm. Adults are quite variable but tend to be yellow to tan with gray smudging, some specimens look exceptionally dark compared to lighter variants. Uncommonly individuals will have dark spotting in the subterminal area of the forewing. There are several species that are easily confused with "E. confusaria" including the dark-edged eusarca, juniper geometer, curve-toothed geometer, large maple spanworm and the rose hooktip.
Behavior
There is one flight from April to October throughout its range. Larvae feed on asters, clover, dandelions, and goldenrod.
Habitat
Throughout its flight they can be found in the eastern portions of North America including Nova Scotia south to Florida. They are as far west as Texas and Saskatchewan. Throughout this range they can be found in meadows and fields with their host plants.References:
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