Geometridae Collection

Peppered moth
Two specimens of peppered moths exhibited on a soot-covered tree. This is a good demonstration of genetic selection through changing environment

Small Emerald Moth (Hemistola chrysoprasaria) adult, resting on dandelion seedhead, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Northern Italy, July

Catocala et petit patillon de nuit - Underwing moth from Meudon, France, and small mocha moth
FLO4562366 Catocala et petit patillon de nuit - Underwing moth from Meudon, France, and small mocha moth. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn

Peppered moth (Biston betularia) showing a comparison of the melanistic form f. carbonaria next to the typical paler form on dark soot-covered bark

False tiger moth (Dysphania militaris) Isle of Marinduque, Philipines

Peppered moth (Biston betularia) camouflaged among lichens, Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland, June

Blood-vein moth (Timandra griseata) on fallen leaves, Nottingham, UK, August

Group of Tissue moths (Triphosa dubitata) hibernating in a limestone cave. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. November

Brimstone moth (Opisthograptis luteolata) Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland, June

Butterflies and Moths, Plate 26, Geometrae, Boarmiidae, etc
Butterflies and Moths, Plate 26, Geometrae, Boarmiidae, Geometridae, Ephyridae, Acidaliidae. Date: 1896

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Cloud Forest Moth, Mindo, Cloud Forest, West slope of Andes, Ecuador. Date: 27/06/2011

Two Clouded magpie moth (Abraxas sylvata) resting on a fern frond, Gosford Forest Park, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. June

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Noctuidae moth on leaf - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

Underwing moth from Meudon, France, and small mocha moth. Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and etched by Jacob l Admiral in Naauwkeurige Waarneemingen omtrent de veranderingen van veele

Red-green carpet moth (Chloroclysta siterata), underside of individual resting on a window. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. April. Focus stacked image

Canary-shouldered thorn moth (Ennomos alniaria) on bark. Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, September

Grey mountain carpet moth (Entephria caesiata) on lichen, Benaughlin Cliffs, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, UK, September

Chevron moth (Eulithis testata) on Bell heather flowers, Ballykinler Dunes, County Down, Northern Ireland, UK, September

RF - Camouflaged moth (Agathia codina) Kinabalu National Park, Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. September

Duke of Burgundy butterfly (Hamearis lucina), Wiltshire, UK, June

Moth (Eumelea sp) Danum Valley, Sabah, Borneo

Feathered thorn moth (Colotois pennaria) camouflaged amongst fallen oak leaves, Rehaghy Mountain, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, UK, October

Clouded magpie moth (Abraxas sylvata) resting, camouflaged on branch, Lackan Bog, County Down, Northern Ireland, UK, July

Engrailed moth (Ectropis crepuscularia) camouflaged on tree trunk, River Bann Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland

Canary-shouldered thorn moth (Ennomos alniaria) portrait, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. October

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Catoria Moth - with unusual white wing pattern - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia. Date:

Common carpet moth (Epirrhoe alternata) camouflaged on wood, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, UK, August

Biston betularia, peppered moth
Two specimens of the same species of moth illustrating industrial melanism, which is abnormal deposits of melanin (especially in the skin)

Hemithea squalidaria
Illustration from Fauna del regno di Napoli by Gabriele Costa Oronzio, 1848. Date: 1848

USA, WA, Bainbridge Island. Geometrid moth caterpillar had unique gait (inchworm) due to lack of central legs. Camouflages as twig

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Caterpillar of feathered thorn (Colotois pennaria) resting on nurse plant, Piedmont, Italy Date:

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Caterpillar of pale brindled beauty (Phigalia pilosaria) on nurse plant, Piedmont, Italy Date:

Inchworm (Geometridae) Moth larvae, Yasuni National Park, Amazon Rainforest, ECUADOR. South America

Geometer moth -Geometridae-, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, Ecuador, South America

Geometer moth or Geometridae -Geometridae-, Tandayapa region, Andean cloud forest, Ecuador, South America

Mottled Umber -Erannis defolaria-, caterpillar foraging for food, Untergroningen, Abtsgmuend, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Swallow-tailed Moth (Ourapteryx sambucaria) adult, from unusual second generation brood which is uncommon in Britain and probably trigged by global warming

Common Emerald (Hemithea aestivaria) adult, resting on leaf, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, July

Grass Emerald (Pseudoterpna pruinata) adult, resting on fallen leaves, Powys, Wales, July

Barred Straw Moth (Eulithis pyraliata) adult, resting on fallen leaves, Powys, Wales, July

Small Fan-footed Wave (Idaea biselata) adult, resting on bark, Powys, Wales, July

Dotted Carpet (Alcis jubata) adult, resting on bark, Powys, Wales, July

Oak Beauty (Biston strataria) adult male, roosting on Common Primrose (Primula vulgaris) growing on drystone wall, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy, March

Satin Wave (Idaea subsericeata) adult, resting on leaf, Norfolk, England, June

Arch Moth (Bracca matutinata) adult, roosting on twig, Green Mountain, Lamington N. P. Queensland, Australia, October
Arch Moth (Bracca matutinata) adult, roosting on twig, Green Mountain, Lamington N.P. Queensland, Australia, October

Lead Belle (Scotopteryx mucronata) adult, camouflaged on rusty corrugated metal sheet, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Northern Italy, July

Maidens Blush (Cyclophora punctaria) adult male, resting on log, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Italy, July

Orange Moth (Angerona prunaria) corylaria form, adult female, resting on Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa) leaf, Cannobina Valley, Italian Alps, Piedmont, Northern Italy, July

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"Exploring the Fascinating World of Geometridae: From Peppered Moths to False Tiger Moths" The Geometridae family, also known as geometers or inchworms, encompasses a diverse array of moth species that captivate with their intriguing characteristics and remarkable beauty. One such member is the Peppered moth (Biston betularia), renowned for its ability to adapt and camouflage itself among various environments. Its melanistic form, showcased in Plate 26 of Butterflies and Moths, demonstrates an astonishing comparison between light and dark coloration. Venturing into the picturesque Cannobina Valley in the Italian Alps, we encounter the Small Emerald Moth (Hemistola chrysoprasaria) gracefully perched on a dandelion seedhead. Its delicate presence adds a touch of enchantment to this serene landscape. From Europe to Asia, our journey takes us to Marinduque Island in the Philippines where we discover the captivating False tiger moth (Dysphania militaris). Its vibrant colors create a striking contrast against its surroundings, making it an extraordinary sight to behold. In Banbridge, County Down, Northern Ireland lies another fascinating inhabitant - the Brimstone moth (Opisthograptis luteolata). With its golden hue reminiscent of sunshine itself, this elegant creature brings warmth and vibrancy to June's tranquil nights. As autumn arrives in Nottinghamshire, UK, fallen leaves become home for the Blood-vein moth (Timandra griseata). This exquisite specimen finds solace amidst nature's carpet while showcasing intricate patterns that mesmerize any observer fortunate enough to witness its presence. Delving deeper into nature's hidden wonders leads us underground where Tissue moths (Triphosa dubitata) hibernate within limestone caves. These communal creatures find comfort together during colder months as they await spring's awakening call.