Parietaria dilucidaria
Common NameParietaria dilucidaria
Scientific NameParietaria dilucidaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)31
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, black
HabitatDry, warm areas, rocky slopes, walls, disturbed ground
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, Middle East
Host PlantsParietaria officinalis, Parietaria judaica
Flight PeriodMay to June, August to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'loopers' or 'inchworms' that feed on species of Parietaria. Pupation typically occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its mottled grey-white pattern, relatively small size for a geometer, and association with Parietaria plants. Careful examination of faint wing lines and the discal spot helps differentiate it from similar cryptic species.
Description
A small to medium-sized geometer moth with a cryptic, mottled grey and white coloration, featuring faint darker transverse lines and a small discal spot on the forewings.
