Poecilocampa populi
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Poecilocampa populi, ♂, dorsal view | |
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Poecilocampa populi |
Poecilocampa populi, the December moth, is a moth of the family Lasiocampidae.
Description[edit]
The wingspan is 35–45 millimetres (1.4–1.8 in).[1] The moth flies from October to December depending on the location.
The larvae feed on various deciduous trees, such as oak, poplar and lime (Tilia).
It is considered a pest insect, as the larvae will eat apple and plum trees.[1]
Distribution[edit]
It is found in Europe,[1] Northern Asia and Japan.
Gallery[edit]
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Side view of Poecilocampa populi, ♂
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Both side mounted specimen ♂
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Caterpillar of Poecilocampa populi, dorsal view
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Caterpillar of Poecilocampa populi, side view
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Eggs of Poecilocampa populi
References[edit]
- ^ a b c Alford, David V (2014). Pests of Fruit Crops: A Colour Handbook (2nd ed.). CRC Press. p. 312. ISBN 9781482254211.
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