| ADULT |
Wingspan 35-40mm. Resembling a dead autumnal leaf and with a conspicious bronzey-orange marking on each forewing you would be hard pushed to mis-identify this stocky looking moth. White cross-lines and a scalloped outer edge the Herald is always a nice catch. |
| CHRYSALIS |
White and made of silk. Located between two leaves. |
| LARVA |
Long, green with yellow lines between each segment. Feeds on willows and other poplars. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
Attracted to light. Can be found during the day amongst leaf litter. In autumn feeds on berries and ivy blossom. |
| HABITAT |
Woodlands and gardens. |
| FLIGHT PERIOD |
June to November but can be seen all year round as it hibernates in outhouses and cellars. . |
| STATUS |
Common throughout. |
