70.069 BF1749  -  Geometridae -  Larentiinae - Pelurga comitata - Dark Spinach Adult Macro:  CAT 2 - Can be confused with other species - Can be confused with other species       PDF Icon - click for Adult Macro Verification Guidelines

Green -  Rare / Uncommon / Scarce   
Taxonomy:   Macro  >>  Geometridae ID Difficulty:  green  - easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.
ID pointers: A broad and rounded forewing that is straw-coloured or light brown. Central cross-band wavy and always darker with a central projection. Has a small dark spot in the palest band.
Distribution:  A resident species, that is locally rare in Derbyshire. It is mainly found at scattered sites in the south of the county, appearing sporadically and preferring waste ground and weedy locations. Very few records reported.
Flight Period: July /  August /  -  On the wing between  July – August Moth Activity: Nocturnal   - and is attracted to light Photographed: Yes -  Photographed By: Steve Thorpe  © All Rights Reserved
Wingspan: 33-38mm
Forewing: 16-18mm
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IMAGES BELOW:  Breaston 19th August 2023 – Image by Steve Thorpe ©

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