Vapourer (Orgyia antiqua, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
The female of this species is almost wingless and therefore remains on the cocoon from which she emerged.

Pupates in a cocoon attached to the food plant or a nearby wall or fence.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Male readily comes to light, sometimes in numbers. Female not.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: M 12-17mm. F
Foodplant(s): broadleaved trees, broadleaved shrubs
Flying: One generation, July-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Parks and gardens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

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72.017 (BF2026) Vapourer Orgyia antiqua, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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