72.047 Hoary Footman Copyright Martin Evans
72.047 Hoary Footman Copyright Martin Evans
72.047 Hoary Footman larva 18mm Copyright Martin Evans
72.047 Hoary Footman and Scarce Footman Copyright Martin Evans
Distribution map Copyright Martin Evans
Life stages table Copyright Martin Evans 72.047 Hoary Footman Copyright Martin Evans

Erebidae

72.047 Hoary Footman Eilema caniola (Hübner, [1808])

Notable B

Similar species: Scarce Footman Eilema complana is a darker moth with a broader orange leading edge to the forewing and an orange outer edge and fringe.

Forewing: 15 to 17mm

Habitats: Coastal undercliff, rocky slopes and vegetated shingle. Also inland quarries.

Habits: The moth comes to light and sugar.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on algae and lichens on rocks and similar substrates. It is also reported feeding on Bird's-foot Trefoil and other legumes. It pupates under a stone, under wood or in a rock crevice.