Crocallis auberti is a species of geometer moth belonging to the family Geometridae. First described by Charles Oberthür in 1883, this moth is primarily distributed across the Iberian Peninsula and parts of North Africa, frequenting Mediterranean scrublands and woodlands.
Key Facts at a Glance
Taxonomy: Belongs to the order Lepidoptera, family Geometridae, and subfamily Ennominae.
Geographic Distribution: Endemic to southwestern Europe and the western Mediterranean. Records highlight its presence in Spain, Portugal, and North Africa (such as Morocco and Algeria).
Flight Period (Adults): Adults are typically active in the late autumn months, with most flight records occurring between October and November. Like many Geometridae, they are nocturnal and attracted to artificial light.
Life Cycle: Univoltine (having one generation per year). The species overwinters as an egg. The polyphagous larvae (caterpillars) emerge to feed in the spring before pupating.
Habitat: Typically found in warm, shrubby habitats, including Mediterranean scrub (such as areas featuring Cistus and Rosmarinus), woodland edges, and hedges.
Host Plants: The caterpillars are polyphagous and feed on a variety of woody shrubs and broad-leaved plants common to its environment.
