Gypsy Moth (Lymantria dispar, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
This species was once widespread but is now only found in the UK as a rare immigrant.

Pupates in a crevice, in leaf litter or on the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Male readily comes to light, sometimes in numbers. Female not.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: M 20-24mm. F 31-35mm.
Foodplant(s): Bog-myrtle (Myrica gale), Creeping Willow (Salix repens)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Extinct

Habitat

Acidic bogs and fens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 11 (4.1%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in August 2021

Recorded date range (Adult): 27 June to 18 August

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2034 (ABH72.011) Gypsy Moth Lymantria dispar, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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