Snowy Footman
Common NameSnowy Footman
Scientific NameNudaria mundana
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)24
Primary Colorswhite, black, orange
HabitatWoodlands, heathlands, gardens, and damp, mossy areas
Geographic RangeEurope, including the British Isles
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are dark and hairy, feeding on lichens and algae on trees, rocks, and walls. They overwinter as larvae before pupating in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for its small size, pure white wings, black fringe, and the characteristic orange-yellow patches at the tornus of the forewings, often accompanied by small black marginal dots.
Description
A small, delicate moth with pure white forewings, a black fringe, and distinct orange-yellow patches at the tornus, along with a few black marginal dots.
