Ypsolophidae: Ypsolophinae

01482 Honeysuckle Moth Ypsolopha dentella, (Fabricius, 1775)

BF0453 (ABH17.003)

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General Information

This species has characteristic upturned wingtips when at rest.

 

Pupates in a tubular silken cocoon on the underside of a leaf.

Both sexes come to light.

Wingspan: 20-22mm
Foodplant(s): honeysuckles (Lonicera spp.)
Flying: One generation, June-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Heathland, woodland, fens, scrubs, gardens and grassland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Hairy
Colours:
Green, purple, black
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5