Brussels Lace
Common NameBrussels Lace
Scientific NameCleora cinctaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)34
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, black, brown
HabitatWoodlands, heathland, moorland, often near conifers
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsbirch, willow, oak, heather, bilberry, Scots pine, larch
Flight PeriodApril to June
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various woody plants and shrubs. The species is typically univoltine, overwintering as a pupa.
Identification TipsLook for its distinctive broad wings with a complex, lace-like pattern of dark wavy cross-lines on a mottled grey and white background, often with a prominent dark central band.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, cryptically patterned wings, featuring intricate grey, white, and dark brown/black wavy lines and bands that provide excellent camouflage.
