Yellow Horned (Achlya flavicornis, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
The vernacular name alludes to the yellowish colour of the antennae.

Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 17-20mm.
Foodplant(s): Silver Birch (Betula pendula), Downy Birch (Betula pubescens)
Flying: One generation, February-April
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, heathland and moorland with birch scrub.

Regional Information

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65.016 (BF1659) Yellow Horned Achlya flavicornis, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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