Geometridae: Ennominae

07724 Waved Umber Menophra abruptaria, (Thunberg, 1792)

BF1936 (ABH70.257)

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General Information

This species is variable but unmistakable.

 

Pupates on the food plant.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Male readily comes to light, sometimes in numbers. Female not.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 18-21mm.
Foodplant(s): Garden Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium), Lilac (Syringa vulgaris), jasmines (Jasminum spp.)
Flying: One generation, mid April-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, heathland, scrub, hedgerows and gardens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Brown
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2