A small geometrid moth species native to Europe, characterized by distinctive pale gray-brown wings with intricate dark transverse patterns
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Widespread in gardens, woodland edges, grasslands, and urban green spaces across temperate European regions, typically found at elevations between 0-1000 meters
Ecological Role
Important pollinator and prey species in temperate ecosystems, serving as food source for birds, bats, and small insectivorous mammals
Morphology
SKIN COATScales providing thermal regulation and camouflage coloration
LIMBS WINGSBroad, pale gray-brown wings with intricate dark zigzag and transverse line patterns
HEAD SENSORYCompound eyes, short antennae, typical lepidopteran sensory structures
BODY STRUCTURESmall moth with wingspan of 22-28 mm, slender body covered in fine scales
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Ben Sale from UK
