Argyresthia albistria, (Haworth, 1828)

General Information

This moth has a plain reddish-brown forewing which distinguishes it from other members of the genus.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.

Wingspan: 9-11mm
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
Flying: One generation, June-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Scrub, woodland, heathland, grassland and fens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Argyresthia semitestacella

01468 Argyresthia albistria, (Haworth, 1828)

BF0422 (ABH20.023)