Idaea belemiata
Common NameIdaea belemiata
Scientific NameIdaea belemiata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilySterrhinae
Wingspan (mm)17.5
Primary Colorslight brown, beige, greyish-brown
HabitatDry, warm areas, open woodlands, scrubland, rocky slopes, often on calcareous soils
Geographic RangeSouthern and Central Europe (Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Balkans, Central Europe)
Host Plantsvarious low-growing herbaceous plants, withered leaves
Flight PeriodMay to September (bivoltine in warmer regions)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are slender and feed on low-growing herbaceous plants, often preferring withered leaves. They overwinter as larvae and pupate in a loose cocoon near the ground.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, pale mottled wings with faint wavy crosslines, and scattered dark speckles. Distinguishing it from other similar Idaea species requires careful examination of the subtle wing markings.
Description
A small, delicate moth with light brownish or beige wings, intricately mottled with faint darker wavy lines and scattered dark speckles, providing excellent camouflage.
