Green Silver-lines - Pseudoips prasinana

Description

Wingspan 30-35 mm. Another of the very few British green moths, it also has its distinctive silvery lines.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Well wooded areas

When to see it

Flying mainly in June and July, it is often attracted to artificial light.

Life History

The short, plump caterpillar feeds in August, mostly on Oak and Birch but also on other deciduous trees.

UK Status

Fairly common over much of England and Wales, less common in Scotland and Ireland. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as common.

VC55 Status

Fairly common in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = A (common and resident)

Reference
74.008 BF2422

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Species profile

Common names
Green Silver-lines
Species group:
Moths
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Lepidoptera
Family:
Nolidae
Records on NatureSpot:
73
First record:
21/06/2003 (Skevington, Mark)
Last record:
28/05/2024 (Leese, Eric)

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