description Scalloped oak moth Overview
Scalloped oak, Crocallis elinguaria, is a moth in the family Geometridae found across much of Europe and parts of temperate Eurasia. Adults are usually buff or ochre with darker transverse markings, and the common name refers to the scalloped outline of the wings. Its caterpillars feed on a broad range of woody plants and shrubs, including oak, hawthorn, blackthorn, birch, and willow, so the species is not restricted to oak woodland.
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What is the scientific name of the scalloped oak moth?
The scalloped oak moth is Crocallis elinguaria. It is a geometrid moth in the family Geometridae.
Where is the scalloped oak moth found?
It occurs across much of Europe and parts of temperate Eurasia. Its habitats include woodland, scrub, hedgerows, and other places where its larval food plants grow.
Why is it called the scalloped oak moth?
The name refers to the scalloped outline of the wings and its association with plants such as oak. Adults are commonly buff or ochre with darker transverse markings.
What do scalloped oak moth caterpillars eat?
The caterpillars feed on a range of woody plants, including oak and other shrubs and trees. Their exact food plants can vary across the species' broad European range.
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