Barred Umber
Common NameBarred Umber
Scientific NamePlagodis pulveraria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorstan, brown, dark brown
HabitatWoodlands, hedgerows, gardens, scrubland
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsbirch, oak, willow, hazel, hawthorn
Flight PeriodApril to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'looper' caterpillars that feed on various deciduous trees and shrubs. They pupate in the soil or leaf litter, overwintering as pupae.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive broad, dark brown central band on the forewings, which has a characteristic wavy or serrated outer margin. The overall ground color is a pale, mottled brown or tan.
Description
The Barred Umber is a light brown to tan moth with a prominent, broad, dark brown band running across the forewings. The outer edge of this band is typically wavy or serrated, contrasting with the paler base color.
