Dotted Border Moth
Common NameDotted Border Moth
Scientific NameAgriopis marginaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsyellow, brown
HabitatWoodlands, hedgerows, gardens, parks
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsoak, birch, hawthorn, sallow, elm, lime
Flight PeriodFebruary to April
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'looper' caterpillars, typically green or brown, feeding on various deciduous trees and shrubs before pupating in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive wavy cross-lines on the forewings and the speckled appearance; males are fully winged, while females are flightless with greatly reduced wings.
Description
This moth has a cryptic yellowish-brown coloration with fine dark speckling and two prominent wavy dark brown cross-lines on its forewings, allowing it to blend seamlessly with dead leaves.
