Tortricidae: Olethreutinae

1139 (ABH49.248) Nut Bud Moth Epinotia tenerana, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR04869

 Photo © Barry Dickerson
Nut Bud Moth
 Photo © Barry Dickerson
 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards
 Photo © Barry Dickerson


General Information
Wingspan: 12-16 mm.
Foodplant(s): Hazel (Corylus avellana), Alder (Alnus glutinosa)
Flying: One generation, July-early October
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland and damp areas.

Regional Information

Recorded in 20 (7.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in August 2025

Recorded date range (Adult): 01 May to 15 October

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