Clouded Buff
Common NameClouded Buff
Scientific NameDiacrisia sannio
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, red, black
HabitatGrasslands, heathland, open woodlands, fens, moorland
Geographic RangeEurope, temperate Asia, North Africa
Host PlantsPlantago, Taraxacum, Rumex, Calluna, Salix
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are hairy, dark 'woolly bears' that feed on various herbaceous plants before pupating in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive bright yellow or orange forewings with a strong red central streak and a dark spot; males are typically brighter yellow than the more orange females.
Description
A medium-sized moth with bright yellow to orange forewings, featuring a prominent reddish longitudinal streak and a blackish discal spot, bordered by a reddish fringe.
