Geometridae

70.226 Brimstone Moth Opisthograptis luteolata (Linnaeus, 1758)

Common

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

Forewing: 14 to 21mm

Habitats: Woodland, scrub, hedgerows and gardens.

Habits: The moth is sometimes disturbed in the day. It flies from sunset and comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Hawthorn, Midland Hawthorn, Blackthorn, Wild Plum, Bullace, Rowan, Wayfaring-tree, Honeysuckle and probably other deciduous trees. It pupates amongst spun leaves or in the leaf litter.