Geometridae

70.126 Small Waved Umber Horisme vitalbata ([ Denis & Schiffermüller ], 1775)

Common

Similar species: This moth is unlikely to be mistaken for any other British or Irish species.

Forewing: 14 to 17mm

Habitats: Open woodland, scrub and hedgerows on calcareous soils.

Habits: The moth comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Traveller's-joy. It pupates in the leaf litter where it overwinters.