Oak Processionary (Thaumetopoea processionea, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates on the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: M 14-16mm. F 16-17mm.
Foodplant(s): oaks (Quercus spp.)
Flying: One generation, July-September
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Habitat

Woodland.

Regional Information

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Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Hairy

Colours:

Grey, black, orange, yellow, red, white, brown

No. of Proleg Pairs:

71.001 (BF2022) Oak Processionary Thaumetopoea processionea, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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