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Common Wave

Cabera exanthemata

Cabera exanthemata is a geometrid moth species native to European temperate regions, characterized by delicate pale white to cream-colored wings with subtle transverse markings.

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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Deciduous and mixed woodland areas, forest edges, meadows, and gardens across Central and Northern Europe, typically at elevations between 100-1,200 meters above sea level.

Ecological Role

Important herbivorous insect in forest ecosystems, serving as prey for birds and bats, and contributing to nutrient cycling through larval leaf consumption.

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Pale white to cream-colored scales covering body and wings
  • LIMBS WINGS Delicate, translucent wings with fine venation, legs adapted for perching
  • HEAD SENSORY Compound eyes, short antennae, typical lepidopteran sensory apparatus
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small moth with wingspan of 30-40 mm, slender body, triangular wings with pale coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wiki
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Related Species in Geometridae