Peribatodes correptaria
Common NamePeribatodes correptaria
Scientific NamePeribatodes correptaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, white
HabitatWoodlands, forests, scrubland, gardens
Geographic RangeSouthern and Central Europe
Host PlantsQuercus, Betula, Salix
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'loopers' or 'inchworms' that feed on various deciduous trees and shrubs. They typically overwinter as pupae in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its cryptic grey-brown coloration and the specific arrangement and intensity of its wavy transverse lines, which can help differentiate it from closely related *Peribatodes* species.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled grey and brown wings, featuring several darker, wavy transverse lines across both forewings and hindwings, providing excellent camouflage.
