ABH 70.226
Brimstone Moth Opisthograptis luteolata
BF 1906
Back To (Linnaeus, 1758)
Phenology
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Geometridae » Ennominae Wingspan
32-37 mm. Description
This species is unmistakable within its range, with bright yellow wings marked with small brown patches along the costa of the forewing and a small brown-edged white stigma, also on the forewing
Adults can be expected on the wing at any time from April to October, depending on the locality and number of generations, and occurs in any suitable habitat.Life Cycle
The larvae feed on a range of trees and bushes, including hawthorn (Crataegus) and blackthorn (Prunus spinosa) The species is double-brooded, with moths on the wing between June and September. Habitat
Adults can be expected on the wing at any time from April to October, depending on the locality and number of generations, and occurs in any suitable habitat. Links
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