70.215 BF1897 – V Moth – Geometridae – Macaria wauaria
V Moth – Geometridae – Ennominae – Macaria wauaria – colour code •
STATUS – Generally uncommon in Derbyshire, despite being recorded from all areas of the county. Associated with allotments and gardens where there are current bushes.
ID POINTERS – The diagnostic feature is a black V mark on the greyish-brown forewing. A large triangular shaped moth at rest. There are also three other black marks along the leading edge of the forewing.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing June – August
IMAGES – Darley Dale, Derbyshire – Images by Simon Roddis©
V Moth