Leopard Geometer
Image: Ben Sale from Stevenage, UK (CC BY 2.0)
Common NameLeopard Geometer
Scientific NameDilophodes leopardaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, yellow, black
HabitatDeciduous forests, woodlands, parks, and gardens
Geographic RangePalearctic region, including Central and Southern Europe, Russia, and East Asia (e.g., Japan, Korea, China)
Host PlantsQuercus, Betula, Fagus, Carpinus, Acer, Prunus, Salix, Populus
Flight PeriodLate May to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'loopers' typical of Geometridae, feeding on the leaves of various deciduous trees. They pupate in the soil or leaf litter, overwintering as pupae.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its unique and prominent leopard-like pattern of large black spots on a bright orange-yellow background across both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its striking orange-yellow wings heavily adorned with large, irregular black spots, resembling a leopard's coat.
