Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Acleris sparsana
Scientific Name:
Acleris sparsana
Scientific Family:
Tortricidae
Subfamily:
Tortricinae
Wingspan (mm):
18-22 mm
Log Book Number:
1041 Description
This is a variable species, which often has a distinctive mark on the upperwing in the shape of a triangle. The moth is usually greyish in colour with lighter and darker specks.
Distribution
Common throughout the U.K.
Habitat
Woodland, flying from August through October.
Diet
The larvae feed on Fagus (Beech) and Acer (Sycamore).