Scopula immorata

Scopula immorata
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Lepidoptera
Family: Geometridae
Genus: Scopula
Species: S. immorata
Binomial name
Scopula immorata
Linnaeus, 1758

The Lewes Wave (Scopula immorata) is a moth of the family Geometridae. It is found throughout Europe and the Near East.

The wingspan is 20–27 mm. The moth flies in two generations from the end of June to mid August [1].

The larva feed on various low-growing plants like thyme and oregano.

Notes

  1. ^ The flight season refers to Belgium and The Netherlands. This may vary in other parts of the range.

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