Udea lutealis is a species of moth of the family Crambidae described by Jacob Hübner in 1809. Udea lutealis. Dorsal view. Ventral view.

This very common species throughout Britain is fairly easily recognised by the pale creamy forewings and darker cross-lines and outlined shapes.

Udea lutealis ; Description. Wingspan 23-26 mm. This is fairly easily recognised by the pale creamy forewings and darker cross-lines and outlined shapes.

Common and widespread in grassland, fens and woodland. Easily disturbed by day from amongst herbage, becoming more active at dusk, visiting flowers. Comes to ...

Family: Crambidae Sub-family: Pyraustinae. 1388 * Udea lutealis. Widespread, very common. Wingspan: 23-26mm. Flight time: July-August Habitat: Rough ground

Udea lutealis is a species of moth of the family Crambidae described by Jacob Hübner in 1809.

A common species asily recognised by the pale creamy forewings and darker cross-lines and outlined shapes although difficult to see in bright light.

Species Accepted. Udea lutealis Hübner, 1809. source: Global Lepidoptera Index. Basionym: Pyralis lutealis Hübner, 1809 · 25,186 occurrences.

A single brooded species that flies during July and August and comes to light. The larvae feed on a wide range of herbaceous and shubby plants.

JSON. Udea lutealis (Hübner, [1809]). Pale Straw Pearl. species. Accepted. Name authority: UKSI. Establishment means: Native.