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Anacampsis obscurella ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

A very rare and local xerotherm species in Belgium, hitherto only known from the province of Namur.

The larva lives in a rolled leaf on Salix, Cerasus, Cotoneaster, Crataegus, Prunus domestica, Prunus spinosa and Sorbus

The adults have been observed from June towards September. They come to light.


Belgium, Namur, Wepion, 16 May 2009.
reared imago (Photo © Chris Snyers)
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