Waved Black (Parascotia fuliginaria, (Linnaeus, 1761))

General Information
This is a distinctive species. It rests with wings pressed against tree or wall similar to geometrid moths.

Pupates on the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 11-14mm.
Foodplant(s): fungi
Flying: One/two generations, June-July and September
UK Presence: Resident, Possible Immigrant
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Wooded areas, usually damp and boggy. Occasionally in rural gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 7 (2.6%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 02 July to 09 August

2475 (ABH72.066) Waved Black Parascotia fuliginaria, (Linnaeus, 1761)

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