Ypsolopha alpella is a moth of the family Ypsolophidae. It is found in southern and central Europe and Siberia.
Ypsolopha alpella | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Arthropoda |
Class: | Insecta |
Order: | Lepidoptera |
Family: | Ypsolophidae |
Genus: | Ypsolopha |
Species: | Y. alpella |
Binomial name | |
Ypsolopha alpella Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775 | |
The wingspan is approximately 16 mm. The moth flies from June to October depending on the location.
The larvae feed on oak.
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