Pebble Hook-tip

Drepana falcataria

Description

Wingspan 27 - 35mm. The fore-wings are strongly hooked at  the tip. The ground colour varies from pale buff to deep buff and all four wings have a reddish hind border. The fore-wings have a black spot half way along their rear edge.

Habitat

Woodlands and heaths, where the larvae feed on birch.

Status and distribution

Common and well distributed in England, Wales and southern Scotland. Common in Nottinghamshire and at Netherfield Lagoons.

Best time to see

April to October in two broods.