Waved Umber (Menophra abruptaria, (Thunberg, 1792))

General Information
This species is variable but unmistakable.

Pupates on the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Male readily comes to light, sometimes in numbers. Female not.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 18-21mm.
Foodplant(s): Garden Privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium), Lilac (Syringa vulgaris), jasmines (Jasminum spp.)
Flying: One generation, mid April-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, heathland, scrub, hedgerows and gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 94 (34.8%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2021

Recorded date range (Adult): 02 April to 28 August

1936 (ABH70.257) Waved Umber Menophra abruptaria, (Thunberg, 1792)

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