Ypsolophidae: Ypsolophinae

01491 Ypsolopha alpella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF0458 (ABH17.008)

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General Information

This species is paler than Y. sylvella, with less distinct cross-banding.

Both sexes come to light.

Wingspan: 14-18mm
Foodplant(s): oaks (Quercus spp.)
Flying: One generation, August-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Oak woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

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