Ypsolophidae: Ypsolophinae

0458 (ABH17.008) Ypsolopha alpella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR01491

 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards


General Information

This species is paler than Y. sylvella, with less distinct cross-banding.

Both sexes come to light.

Wingspan: 14-18mm
Foodplant(s): oaks (Quercus spp.)
Flying: One generation, August-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Oak woodland.

Regional Information

Recorded in 5 (1.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in September 2022

Recorded date range (Adult): 21 July to 21 September

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 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies