Lesser Wax Moth (Achroia grisella, (Fabricius, 1794))

General Information
Larvae feed on the wax of old honeycombs.

Wingspan: 16-24 mm.
Foodplant(s): honeycomb from beehives
Flying: One generation, July-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

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62.005 (BF1426) Lesser Wax Moth Achroia grisella, (Fabricius, 1794)

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