Geometridae: Ennominae

70.262 (BF1938) Bordered Grey Selidosema brunnearia, (Villers, 1789)

KR07767

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 16-22mm
Foodplant(s): Heather (Calluna vulgaris), Common Bird's-foot-trefoil (Lotus corniculatus)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Resident, Possible Immigrant
National status: Nationally Scarce A

Habitat

Heathland, calcareous grassland and sand dunes.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.


Nationally Scarce A

Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Grey, brown, white
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2