Barred Red (Hylaea fasciaria, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
This species is quite variable. In addition to the nominate reddish form, there is a green form (f. prasinaria).

Pupates in fallen needles or leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 17-21mm.
Foodplant(s): Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris), Norway Spruce (Picea abies), coniferous trees
Flying: One generation, mid June-early August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Coniferous woodland.

Regional Information

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70.284 (BF1962) Barred Red Hylaea fasciaria, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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