Common Emerald (Hemithea aestivaria, (Hübner, 1789))

General Information

Pupates in leaves of food plant.

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

Forewing length: 14-17mm.
Foodplant(s): hawthorns (Crataegus spp.), Midland Hawthorn (Crataegus laevigata), Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Hazel (Corylus avellana), oaks (Quercus spp.), willows (Salix spp.), birches (Betula spp.), Barberry (Berberis vulgaris), broadleaved shrubs
Flying: One generation, June-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, hedgerows, heathland and gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 110 (40.7%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2018

Recorded date range (Adult): 31 May to 20 August

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 07 May to 02 July

1669 (ABH70.305) Common Emerald Hemithea aestivaria, (Hübner, 1789)

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