The Streamer
The Streamer - Anticlea derivata
Alternative names
Streamer Moth
Description
Wingspan 30 to 34 mm. A pretty and distinctive moth with strong brown markings and wings showing a tint of dusky pink.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Woodland edges, hedgerows and similar bushy places.
When to see it
Found quite early in the season, flying in April and May.
Life History
The larvae feed on the leaves and flowers of Dog-rose (Rosa canina).
UK Status
Widespread and fairly common throughout Britain, but more common in the south. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as common.
VC55 Status
Fairly common in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = A (common and resident).
Reference
70.067 BF1747
Mark Skevington
Pickworth Great Wood
06 April 2009
Adrian Russell
Highway Spinney, Leicester
28 April 2019
Graham Calow
Sapcote garden1
17 April 2011
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