Geometridae

70.292 Grey Scalloped Bar Dyscia fagaria (Thunberg, 1784)

Local

Similar species: If care is taken this moth is unlikely to be mistaken for any other British or Irish species.

Forewing: 15 to 21mm

Habitats: Heathland, moorland, mosses and acid bogs.

Habits: During the day the moth is easily disturbed from rocks and bare ground amongst Heather. It comes sparingly to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Heather, Bell Heather and Cross-leaved Heath. It prefers plants in short swards. It pupates in a cocoon attached to the foodplant or in the leaf litter.