Lappet (Gastropacha quercifolia, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
The females of this species are larger than the males. The moths resemble dried oak leaves when at rest.

Pupates in a cocoon attached to vegetation.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 28-42mm.
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), hawthorns (Crataegus spp.)
Flying: One generation, June-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Hedgerows, scrub, gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 38 (14.1%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 1996

Recorded date range (Adult): 16 May to 13 August

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 13 May to 16 June

1642 (ABH66.012) Lappet Gastropacha quercifolia, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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