Geometridae

70.207 Clouded Border Lomaspilis marginata (Linnaeus, 1758)

Common

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

Forewing: 11 to 14mm

Habitats: Deciduous woodland, scrub, carr, marshes and fens, heathland and poplar plantations.

Habits: The moth is easily disturbed from its foodplant during the day. It flies from dusk and comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Aspen, poplars, sallows, willows and Hazel. It pupates in the soil.