Geometridae: Larentiinae

70.119 (BF1792) Dark Umber Philereme transversata, (Hufnagel, 1767)

KR08433

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General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 17-20mm.
Foodplant(s): Purging Buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica), Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Woodland, scrub and hedgerows.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Brown Scallop Philereme vetulata

Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Wrinkled
Colours:
Green, white, purple, black, yellow
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2