Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Agapeta hamana
Scientific Name:
Agapeta hamana
Scientific Family:
Tortricidae
Subfamily:
Cochylinae
Log Book Number:
937 Description
Agapeta hamana is a cream/yellow moth that is usually seen on the wing during at dusk or at night, from June through August
Distribution
Agapeta hamana are relatively common across most of the British Isles.
Habitat
Agapeta hamana are often found on waste ground and scrubland where thistles grow.
Diet
Feeds on thistles