Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Galium Carpet
Scientific Name:
Epirrhoe galiata
Scientific Family:
Geometridae
Subfamily:
Larentiinae
Log Book Number:
1740 Description
The leading edge of the forewing of this moth is slightly concave in the middle, a feature which assists in its identification. The forewings tend to be narrower and more tapered than similar species
Distribution
Well distributed and fairly frequent along the south coast of England and in western Wales, common in the Channel Islands. Confined to smaller areas inland but widespread throughout England and Ireland. More restricted in Scotland with the species’ upper limit at the Moray Firth.
Habitat
Occurs on coastal cliffs, sand dunes, shingle, calcareous grassland and moorland.
Status
Local