Clouded Footman
Common NameClouded Footman
Scientific NameEilema deplana
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)33
Primary Colorscream, dark brown, yellow
HabitatDeciduous and mixed woodlands, parks, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodJuly to September
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on lichens and algae on tree trunks and rocks, overwintering before pupating in a cocoon in spring. Adults emerge in summer.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its broad, mottled forewings and plain pale yellow hindwings. The dark markings on the forewings are variable but give a 'clouded' appearance.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with broad, creamy white or pale yellow forewings heavily mottled with irregular dark brown or black patches. The hindwings are uniformly pale yellow.
