Spurred Wave Moth
Common NameSpurred Wave Moth
Scientific NameScopula floslactata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilySterrhinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Primary Colorslight brown, grey, reddish-brown
HabitatWoodlands, heathlands, gardens, open grassy areas
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsdandelion, plantain, knotgrass, sorrel
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are slender 'loopers' that feed on various low-growing plants and typically overwinter before pupating in spring.
Identification TipsLook for the pale, speckled wings and the prominent, wavy reddish-brown cross-line on the forewings; the overall delicate appearance is also characteristic.
Description
A small, delicate moth with pale brownish-grey wings finely speckled with darker scales, featuring a distinctive reddish-brown wavy line across the forewings.
