July Highflyer - Hydriomena furcata
Description
Wingspan 23-30 mm. A very variable species both in markings as well as colour with some showing a distinct green colour, others reddish-brown.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Hedgerows and woodland margins.
When to see it
It is on the wing in July and August.
Life History
The larvae feed on Willow and Bilberry among others.
UK Status
It is fairly common over most of Britain. 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
70.074 BF1777
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