72.046 Scarce Footman

Eilema complana

TQ4692 02/07/2019 ©Raymond Small 

The Scarce Footman is found in scrub, heathland and woodland during July and August. This species feeds on lichens. It holds its wings furled tightly around the body helping to distinguish it from the Common Footman.

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