Currant Eulithis Moth
Common NameCurrant Eulithis Moth
Scientific NameEulithis mellinata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)32
Primary Colorsyellowish-brown, brown
HabitatGardens, orchards, hedgerows, woodland edges, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North America (introduced)
Host PlantsRibes rubrum, Ribes nigrum, Ribes uva-crispa
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, primarily currant and gooseberry species. Larvae feed on the leaves, and pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter, with one generation per year.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive yellowish-brown ground color combined with the wavy dark brown cross-lines and a broad central band on the forewings. The pattern is quite characteristic among similar geometrid moths.
Description
A medium-sized moth with yellowish-brown forewings featuring several wavy, darker brown cross-lines and bands, including a prominent central band. The hindwings are typically paler.
