70.198 BF1879 - The Seraphim - Geometridae - Lobophora halterata

70.198 BF1879 - Geometridae - Larentiinae - Lobophora halterata - The Seraphim

Adult Macro: CAT 2 - Can be confused with other species -

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- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce

Taxonomy: Macro >> Geometridae

ID Difficulty: amber

- care required in the identification process, as confusion with similar species is likely - quality photographs required.

ID pointers: The most distinctive feature is a dark grey cross-band near the base of a broad rounded wing. This feature is present even on the most poorly marked examples. There is considerable variation in colour and patterning. There is also a small extra wing flap by the basal part of the hind wing. This gives a false appearance of an additional hind wing.

Distribution: A very localised species that is thinly distributed in Derbyshire. Favours ancient woodland sites where Aspen grows. There seems to be very few Derbyshire records, most of which originate from the Trent Valley.

Flight Period: May / June / - On the wing – May – June

Moth Activity: Nocturnal

Wingspan: 20-25mm
Forewing: 12-15mm

Food Plant: Aspen and Poplar.

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