Speckled Yellow
Common NameSpeckled Yellow
Scientific NamePseudopanthera macularia
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)28
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, black
HabitatWoodlands, hedgerows, scrubland, open grassy areas
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North Africa
Host Plantswood sage, ground-ivy, mint
Flight PeriodMay to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are green with a pale stripe and feed on various herbaceous plants. They overwinter as pupae in the soil, emerging as adults in late spring.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its distinctive bright yellow wings with prominent, irregular black spots and bands. It is often seen flying actively during the day in sunny woodland clearings.
Description
A small to medium-sized day-flying moth with bright yellow wings heavily marked with irregular black spots and bands across both forewings and hindwings.
