Yellow V Moth
Common NameYellow V Moth
Scientific NameEudonia mercurella
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyScopariinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsdark brown, cream
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, damp areas, heathland
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia, North America
Host Plantsmosses, lichens
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae feed on mosses and lichens, often found on tree trunks, rocks, or walls. Adults are typically nocturnal but can be disturbed during the day.
Identification TipsLook for the small size, dark brown and cream coloration, and especially the clear V-shaped mark on the forewings when the moth is at rest.
Description
A small moth with dark brown forewings featuring prominent pale yellowish-cream bands, including a distinctive V-shaped mark near the center.
