Erebidae: Lymantriinae

72.011 (BF2034) Gypsy Moth Lymantria dispar, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR10376

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General Information

This species was once widespread but is now only found in the UK as a rare immigrant.

 

Pupates in a crevice, in leaf litter or on the food plant.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Male readily comes to light, sometimes in numbers. Female not.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: M 20-24mm. F 31-35mm.
Foodplant(s): Bog-myrtle (Myrica gale), Creeping Willow (Salix repens)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Extinct

Habitat

Acidic bogs and fens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Black Arches Lymantria monacha

Extinct
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Hairy
Colours:
Grey, brown, black, red, blue
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5