Waved Umber vs August Thorn

Side-by-side species comparison

Attribute Waved Umber August Thorn
Scientific Name Menophra abruptaria Ennomos quercinaria
Order Lepidoptera Lepidoptera
Family Geometridae Geometridae
Size Wingspan 32-38mm 32-38 mm wingspan
Habitat Woodlands Woodlands
Diet Herbivores Herbivores
Regions Europe Europe
Conservation Least Concern Least Concern

Waved Umber

A brown geometrid moth with distinctive wavy cross-lines. A common urban moth often found on walls and fences.

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Did You Know?

One of the most common garden moths in urban areas, frequently resting on walls and fences during the day.

August Thorn

A thorn moth flying in late summer with warm yellow-brown wings. Rests with wings spread flat. Larvae feed on oak and other deciduous trees.

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Did You Know?

The angular wing shape and brown coloring give it a remarkable resemblance to a dry autumn leaf.