Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Barred Hook-tip
Scientific Name:
Drepana cultraria
Scientific Family:
Drepanidae
Log Book Number:
1647 Description
An orange-brown moth with a darker central cross-band and one (rarely two) pale, brown central dot on the forewing. It can be confused with the Oak Hook-tip, but the Barred Hook-tip has a darker centr
Distribution
Well distributed in southern England, but it is more restricted further north, through Wales to the Humber. Occasionally recorded in northern England and southern Scotland. The moth has only been recorded once in Ireland.
Habitat
The moth is found in Beech woodlands, in particular those on calcareous soils. It can also be found in areas with mature isolated Beech trees.
Status
Local (only found in some areas)