Lichen Snoutlet
Common NameLichen Snoutlet
Scientific NameAlcis repandata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorscream, grey, brown, black
HabitatWoodlands, forests, and areas with mature trees and lichens
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, parts of Asia
Host Plantslichens, birch, oak, willow, pine
Flight PeriodMay to September
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically twig-like or bark-like loopers, feeding on lichens or the foliage of various trees. Pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsLook for its exceptional camouflage against tree bark, the mottled grey-brown-cream pattern, and the characteristic resting posture with wings held flat. The irregular, scalloped wing margins are also a key feature.
Description
A medium-sized moth with highly cryptic, mottled wings in shades of cream, grey, brown, and black, perfectly mimicking lichen-covered tree bark. Its irregular wing margins and textured appearance enhance its camouflage.
