Geometridae: Ennominae

70.295 (BF1970) Grass Wave Perconia strigillaria, (Hübner, [1787])

KR07939

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General Information

Pupates in a cocoon attached to the food plant.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: 15-20mm
Foodplant(s): Heather (Calluna vulgaris), Broom (Cytisus scoparius), Petty Whin (Genista anglica)
Flying: One generation, May-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Lowland heath and open woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.


Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Wrinkled
Colours:
Brown, grey
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2