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Rosy Tabby Snout Moth
Endotricha flammealis
45.0699, 13.654
Field Notes
Description:
The wingspan is 18 - 23 mm. The moth flies from July to August in the temperate parts of its range (e.g. in the British Isles) and is attracted to light.
The caterpillars typically feed on, Common Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) and bilberries (Vaccinium), as well as on various plant remains and on dry leaves of willows (Salix) and oaks (Quercus).
Habitat:
It is found in Europe and nearby regions: its range extends to Iran (via the Caucasus), to Lebanon and Syria, and to the Maghreb.
Notes:
ID with help of this site: http://www.globaltwitcher.com/gt2/taxa_photo_compare.asp?familyid=23996…
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PublishedJuly 20, 2013
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