70.218 BF1894 – Latticed Heath – Geometridae – Chiasmia clathrata
Latticed Heath – Geometridae – Ennominae – Chiasmia clathrata –
STATUS – Although recorded from most area of Derbyshire, it is relatively uncommon and localised. The south of the county and the Coal Measures seem to be its stronghold.
ID POINTERS – Quite a variable species, with several named forms and subspecies, and the ground colour varying from yellowish to white. A net-work effect across the wings formed by cross-lines of brown and white, forming squares of colour.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing – May-June and July-September
IMAGES – Kings Newton, Derbyshire – Will Soar©
