Amblyptilia acanthadactyla, (Hübner, [1813])

General Information
This species has two protruding patches of black scales when at rest and when the hindwing is covered by the forewing.

Wingspan: 17-23mm.
Foodplant(s): restharrows (Ononis spp.), Hedge Woundwort (Stachys sylvatica), geraniums (Geranium spp.), goosefoots (Chenopodium spp.), mints (Mentha spp.)
Flying: Two generations, July and September-May (hibernates)
National status: Common

Habitat

Heathland and other open habitats, woodland and hedgerows.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Amblyptilia punctidactyla

45.010 (BF1497) Amblyptilia acanthadactyla, (Hübner, [1813])

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