Rostrate Snout Moth
Common NameRostrate Snout Moth
Scientific NameRhinodia rostraria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)28
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, dark brown
HabitatDry grasslands, heathlands, open woodlands, scrubland
Geographic RangeSouthern and Central Europe, North Africa, parts of Asia Minor
Host PlantsThymus, Calluna, Erica, Genista, Cytisus
Flight PeriodMay to June, August to September (bivoltine)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are loopers, feeding on various low-growing herbaceous plants and shrubs. Pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its pointed forewing apex, wavy outer margin, and the characteristic mottled brown/tan cryptic pattern with dark transverse lines and discal spots. The prominent labial palps give it a 'snout' appearance, though not clearly visible in this dorsal view.
Description
A medium-sized moth with cryptic brown and tan mottled wings, featuring darker transverse lines and discal spots. The forewings have a somewhat pointed apex and a slightly wavy outer margin.
