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Common Nettle-tap - Anthophila fabriciana

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Common Nettle-tap Common Nettle-tap - Anthophila fabriciana dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 22 Jun 2021, 2:24 p.m. 27 May 2021, 2:45 p.m.
Common Nettle-tap Common Nettle-tap - Anthophila fabriciana dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 22 Jun 2021, 2:24 p.m. 27 May 2021, 2:44 p.m.
Common Nettle-tap Common Nettle-tap - Anthophila fabriciana dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 22 Jun 2021, 2:24 p.m. 27 May 2021, 2:45 p.m.
Common Nettle-tap Common Nettle-tap - Anthophila fabriciana dylan Horfield Common Wildlife Pond 16 Dec 2024, 11:56 p.m. 21 Jun 2024, 4:26 p.m.
Common Nettle-tap Common Nettle-tap - Anthophila fabriciana dylan Horfield Common Wildlife Pond 16 Dec 2024, 11:56 p.m. 21 Jun 2024, 4:26 p.m.

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Species Description

Common and widespread throughout th UK. Habitat includes: Anywhere where the food plat occurs i.e. in woodland, hedgerows, wasteland, roadside verges, gardens, parks, allotments, churchyards etc. Other names include: Nettle-tap. Wingspan: 10 - 15 mm. Flight period: May to August (day flying).