Assembly Moth
Common NameAssembly Moth
Scientific NameHabrosyne pyritoides
FamilyDrepanidae
SubfamilyThyatirinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, orange-brown
HabitatWoodlands, hedgerows, gardens, scrubland
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, parts of Asia
Host PlantsBramble, Raspberry
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on *Rubus* species, pupating in a cocoon among leaves or in the soil. The species typically overwinters as a pupa.
Identification TipsKey features include the unique marbled pattern of cream-white and reddish-brown patches on the forewings, which gives it a mosaic or 'assembled' look. The hindwings are plainer grey-brown.
Description
A medium-sized moth with distinctive marbled forewings featuring cream-white patches and dark brown-orange markings, creating a mosaic-like appearance.
