Photo © Keith Tailby

Black-veined Moth

Siona lineata

Checklist Number
70.291 [B&F: 1966]

Verification
Record will require further evidence, at least a good photograph, unless CMR is aware recorder has confidence in identification

Classification

Family:Geometridae
Subfamily:Ennominae
Genus:Siona
Species:lineata
Authority:(Scopoli, 1763)

An endangered Red Data Book species, in unimproved, calcareous grassland, at four sites in Kent, a priority species under the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. Unlikely to be recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 38-48 mm. Unmistakable. Larva feeds on Wild Marjoram, Common Knapweed and Common Bird's-foot Trefoil.