Kingdom Animalia Subphylum Hexapoda Order Lepidoptera Scientific name Eulithis prunata | Phylum Arthropoda Class Insecta Family Geometridae Rank Species | |
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Similar Ecliptopera silaceata, Eulithis, Cidaria fulvata, Eulithis testata, Thera obeliscata | ||
Eulithis prunata, the phoenix, is a moth of the genus Eulithis in the family Geometridae.
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Description
The moth has a wingspan from about 28 to 37 mm. The ground colour of the forewing is dark brown. The midfield is bordered by grey-white or brown-white cross bands on both sides and shows a strong point-shaped bulge outward. On the distal white wavy line, there are several black arrow stains contrasted white. Below the apex there is a large, dark, crescent-shaped spot located. Three bright wavy lines are visible on the grey rear wings.
Distribution
Palearctic
Subspecies
Larval Food Plants
The larvae feed on Currant bushes of the genus Ribes, including Alpine Currant, Blackcurrant, Gooseberry, Redcurrant and R.aureum. Ornamental member of the genus may also be hosts.
References
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