Woodgrain Rivulet
Common NameWoodgrain Rivulet
Scientific NameEpirrhoe rivata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)31
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, pale brown
HabitatWoodland edges, hedgerows, gardens, scrubland
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host PlantsLady's Bedstraw (Galium verum), other Galium species
Flight PeriodMay to August (two broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various Galium species, particularly Lady's Bedstraw. The species typically has two broods per year and overwinters as a pupa.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive 'woodgrain' pattern with a broad, dark central band on the forewings, bordered by pale, wavy lines. The overall coloration is a mix of browns, greys, and creams.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its intricate pattern of brown, grey, and pale wavy lines across its wings, strongly resembling wood grain, with a prominent darker central band.
