1881 Early Tooth-striped Trichopteryx carpinata

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Family Noctuidae:Noctuinae

Wingspan

Flight period flying in April and May in a single generation, and occupying woodland habitats.

 

Descripttion


Generally the moth has ill-defined markings, but the northern ab. fasciata form has more contrasting cross-bands.The larvae feed on various trees, including honeysuckle (Lonicera), sallow (Salix) and birch (Betula).

 

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