Antler Moth (Cerapteryx graminis, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found feeding during day

Forewing length: 12-17mm.
Foodplant(s): Sheep's-fescue (Festuca ovina), Mat-grass (Nardus stricta), Purple Moor-grass (Molinia caerulea), grasses, sedges (Carex spp.), rushes (Juncus spp.)
Flying: One generation, mid July-mid September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Heathland, grassland, fens and scrub and other open areas.

Regional Information

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73.254 (BF2176) Antler Moth Cerapteryx graminis, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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