Oak Eggar
Lasiocampa quercus
UK Green ListModerate📍 Grizedale Forest
Season
July to August. One generation. Day-flying male.
Best time of day
Daytime. Male flies. Female nocturnal.
Overview
Oak eggar males fly by day. That brown. Large. Grizedale. Foulshaw Moss. July to August. Female is nocturnal. Heath. Moorland. Common. Don't confuse with northern eggar. Oak is more southern.
At a Glance
| Order | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Lasiocampidae |
| Habitat | Heath · Moorland · Woodland |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Heath, moorland, woodland. Grizedale, Foulshaw Moss, the fells. That brown. Large moth. Male flies by day.
Identification
Brown. Large. Male day-flying. Female nocturnal. Heath. Moorland.
Viewing & Photography Tips
July to August. Heath. Moorland. Male flies by day. That brown. Common.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species has a favourable conservation status in the UK and remains an important part of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.