Mossy-green barred Geometrid

[JRsbugs]

Hi,

I've scoured just about every site I can but can't find this. It looks a little worn, but the general pattern and colour can be seen.

6th August 2010 attracted to light.

Any clues anyone?

Janet

[RobSutton]

I think it may be a July Highflyer - I've just posted a fresh specimen in the moth Gallery and I think from the wing shape and faint patterning on yours it will be the same.

[GuyF]

Originally Posted by RobSutton

I think it may be a July Highflyer - I've just posted a fresh specimen in the moth Gallery and I think from the wing shape and faint patterning on yours it will be the same.

I agree, it's a July Highflyer. They are very variable, but the shape and markings are fairly distinctive.
Guy

[JRsbugs]

Thanks Rob and Guy, I looked at that one but didn't recognise it!

I haven't had a July Highflyer before, not that I've seen anyway.

[Harry Eales]

JRsbugs,

The July Highflyer is one of the most variable of all moths in colour and pattern, it's almost as variable as the Large Yellow Underwing.

Harry