Mottled Umber
Erannis defoliaria
Common
Description
Yellowish-brown to russet caterpillar. Yellow or ochre flanks. Moves with a looping gait.
Information
| Family | Geometridae |
|---|---|
| Size | 3–4 cm |
| Hairiness | poil_ras |
| Observation period | April to June |
| Distribution | Almost all of France and Europe. |
| Toxicity | No |
| Rarity | Common |
Host plants
- Rose
- Oak
- Willow
- Hazel
- Bramble
- Cherry
- Hawthorn
Notes
Looper caterpillar moving in characteristic loops. Can cause significant defoliation.