70.248 BF1927 – Brindled Beauty – Geometridae – Lycia hirtaria
Brindled Beauty – Geometridae – Ennominae – Lycia hirtaria – colour code •
STATUS – This species is locally common in lowland areas but widely distributed throughout Derbyshire. The first record for the county was as recent as 1962. Since then the moth has rapidly expanded its range.
ID POINTERS – A heavy set and furry moth. Thick thorax and broader wings help to eliminate Pale Brindled Beauty. Heavy blackish cross-lines on the forewing and wings are heavily scaled. Overall grey, silver and gold coloured patterning.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing March – May
IMAGES – Melbourne, Derbyshire – Images by Tony Davison©
Brindled Beauty
