Geometridae: Larentiinae

08444 Autumnal Moth Epirrita autumnata, (Borkhausen, 1794)

BF1797 (ABH70.109)

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General Information

This is one of three Epirrita species which are almost indistinguishable, certainly on markings alone.

 

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 16-20mm.
Foodplant(s): birches (Betula spp.), Alder (Alnus glutinosa), broadleaved trees
Flying: One generation, October-November
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
November Moth Epirrita dilutata
Pale November Moth Epirrita christyi


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Green, white, yellow, red
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2