Scioglyptis canescaria
Common NameScioglyptis canescaria
Scientific NameScioglyptis canescaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsgrey, black, white
HabitatWoodlands, forests, shrublands
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, Balkans
Host PlantsQuercus, Prunus, Crataegus, Betula, Salix
Flight PeriodMay to July (sometimes a second generation in August-September)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'inchworms' or 'loopers' that feed on the leaves of various deciduous trees and shrubs. Pupation typically occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey features include the broad, rounded wings and the intricate, wavy pattern of dark and light grey lines, particularly the prominent dark median band on the forewings.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, rounded wings, featuring a mottled pattern of various shades of grey, black, and white, with distinct wavy transverse lines across both forewings and hindwings.
