Orange Footman (Eilema sororcula, (Hufnagel, 1766))

General Information
This species has a diagnostic forewing shape, with a straight leading edge which is curved towards the tip. Similar yellow forms of Dingy and Buff Footman are larger and later in year.

Pupates amongst lichens.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-16mm.
Foodplant(s): arboreal lichen
Flying: One generation, late May-June
UK Presence: Resident, Possible Immigrant
National status: Local

Habitat

Mature oak and beech woodland and scrub.

Regional Information

Recorded in 55 (20.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in May 2024

Recorded date range (Adult): 26 April to 14 August

Similar Species

Great Staughton

Dingy Footman Eilema griseola

Carmarthenshire

Buff Footman Eilema depressa

2043 (ABH72.049) Orange Footman Eilema sororcula, (Hufnagel, 1766)

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