Long-fringed Bark Moth
Common NameLong-fringed Bark Moth
Scientific NameHypomecis umbrosaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)43
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, black, white
HabitatWoodlands, forests, heathland, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, parts of Asia
Host Plantsoak, birch, willow, hawthorn, cherry, blueberry
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various deciduous trees and shrubs. The species typically overwinters as a pupa in the soil.
Identification TipsKey features include its excellent bark-like camouflage, the wavy transverse lines across the wings, and a speckled appearance. The 'long-fringed' aspect refers to the cilia on the wing margins.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a highly cryptic, mottled grey and black pattern resembling tree bark, featuring several wavy transverse lines across its wings.
