Geometridae: Larentiinae

08610 Broom-tip Chesias rufata, (Fabricius, 1775)

BF1865 (ABH70.196)

 2010-2016
 2017
 2018
 2019

General Information

Pupates in loose soil, occasionally for two years.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
Flying: One generation, April-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Heathland, open woodland, scrub and moorland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Streak Chesias legatella


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Wrinkled
Colours:
Green, white
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2