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Large Long-horn - Nematopogon swammerdamella

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Large Long-horn Large Long-horn - Nematopogon swammerdamella dylan Goat Gully 29 Apr 2021, 5:26 p.m. 24 Apr 2021, 4:17 p.m.
Large Long-horn Large Long-horn - Nematopogon swammerdamella dylan Goat Gully 29 Apr 2021, 5:26 p.m. 24 Apr 2021, 4:17 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread and fairly common throughout the UK. Most common in the Bristol region. Habitat includes: deciduous woodland. Flight period: May to June (I've seen it in late April). Diet: Larvae = dead leaves.