Noctuidae: Catocalinae

08975 Beautiful Hook-tip Laspeyria flexula, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF2473 (ABH72.069)

nr. Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
nr. Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
nr. Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
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General Information

Pupates in a cocoon attached to a twig or stem.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.

Forewing length: 13-15mm.
Foodplant(s): arboreal lichen
Flying: One generation, late June-early August
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Woodland, parkland, scrub, hedgerows and old orchards.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Scalloped Hook-tip Falcaria lacertinaria
Lesser Belle Colobochyla salicalis


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
With lumps, bumps or horn(s)
Colours:
Green, grey, black
No. of Proleg Pairs:
3