2293 Marbled Beauty Bryophila domestica ABH 73.084 (Hufnagel, 1766)

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Wingspan 20 - 25 mm. Variable in size


Flight period

Descripttion This moth exemplifies the use of protective camouflage in its survival blended amongst dappled stone and lichens resting by on stone walls and rocks.

Key Identification Features

Life Cycle The larvae feed on lichens, especially rock-growing species for example Lecidia confluens.

Habitat

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