Pink-bordered Yellow
Common NamePink-bordered Yellow
Scientific NameIdaea muricata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilySterrhinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsyellow, pink, reddish-brown
HabitatDamp grasslands, fens, marshes, heathland, woodland clearings
Geographic RangeWidespread across Europe and parts of Asia
Host Plantsheather, common tormentil, various herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are slender and brownish, overwintering before pupating in a cocoon near the ground. They feed on low-growing herbaceous plants.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, bright yellow wings with striking pink or reddish-brown borders, and scattered reddish spots. Its typical resting posture with wings forming a triangle is also a good clue.
Description
A small, distinctive moth characterized by its bright yellow wings, which are prominently bordered with pink or reddish-brown along the margins and costa, often featuring scattered reddish spots.
