Orange Footman (Eilema sororcula, (Hufnagel, 1766))

General Information
This species has a diagnostic forewing shape, with a straight leading edge which is curved towards the tip. Similar yellow forms of Dingy and Buff Footman are larger and later in year.

Pupates amongst lichens.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-16mm.
Foodplant(s): arboreal lichen
Flying: One generation, late May-June
UK Presence: Resident, Possible Immigrant
National status: Local

Habitat

Mature oak and beech woodland and scrub.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Buff Footman Eilema depressa

Dingy Footman Eilema griseola

72.049 (BF2043) Orange Footman Eilema sororcula, (Hufnagel, 1766)

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