Waved Umber, Menophra abruptaria Geometridae     Ennominae

ABH 70.257
B&F 1936   *   Menophra abruptaria   *   Waved Umber


Widespread, fairly common in southern England and Wales
Wingspan: 36-42mm

Season: April-June
Habitat: Parks, gardens and woodland where foodplants are present

Larval food plants: Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium) and Lilac (Syringa)


Waved Umber, Menophra abruptaria


Waved Umber, Menophra abruptaria
Waved Umber, Menophra abruptaria
Branksome and Broadstone, Dorset. June 2013 and May 2015

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