Geometridae

70.116 Blomer's Rivulet Venusia blomeri (Curtis, 1832)

Notable B

Similar species: Unlikely to be mistaken for other British or Irish species.

Forewing: 10 to 13mm

Habitats: Deciduous woodland and hedgerows.

Habits: The moth is occasionally disturbed from low foliage or tree trunks during the day. It flies from dusk and comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Wych Elm. It pupates under leaf litter or in loose soil.