Poplar Lutestring (Tethea or, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Pupates in a cocoon formed between leaves of the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 16-19mm.
Foodplant(s): Aspen (Populus tremula), poplars (Populus spp.)
Flying: One generation, May-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland and other areas with established aspen.