Dingy Footman, Eilema griseola Erebidae (Arctiidae)     Arctiinae (Lithosiinae)

ABH 72.044
B&F 2044   *   Eilema griseola   *   Dingy Footman


Fairly common in southern England and Wales
Wingspan: 32-40mm

Season: July-August
Habitat: Damp woodlands and other marshy areas

Larvae feed on lichens and algae

Similar: Orange Footman, Buff Footman and Common Footman


Dingy Footman, Eilema griseola
Dingy Footman, Eilema griseola
Parkstone, Dorset. August 2012

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