Notodontidae

71.019 White Prominent Leucodonta bicoloria ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

Resident Ireland

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

Forewing: 16 to 19mm

Habitats: Old established woodland with birches present.

Habits: The moth comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on birches. It pupates in a flimsy cocoon in the leaf litter or just below the soil.

On the European mainland it has also been recorded feeding on limes and oaks.