Blair's Mocha
Common NameBlair's Mocha
Scientific NameCyclophora puppillaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilySterrhinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, mocha
HabitatHeathland, woodland edges, gardens, scrubland
Geographic RangeWestern Europe, North Africa
Host Plantsbirch, oak, sallow, hawthorn, blackthorn
Flight PeriodMay to June, July to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plant leaves. Larvae are typical geometrid 'loopers' or 'inchworms' that mimic twigs. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, often attached to a leaf.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its consistent mocha-brown coloration, the presence of faint, wavy transverse lines, and small but distinct dark discal spots on both forewings and hindwings. Rests with wings spread flat.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with uniform reddish-brown to mocha-colored wings, often marked with faint, wavy darker cross-lines and small, dark discal spots on all four wings.
