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Dichomeris alacella (Zeller, 1839)

Rarely observed in Belgium.

Early stages are unsufficiently known and rather poorly described, but it's known to feed on lichens growing on treetrunks.

The adults fly from July till August. They come to light.


Belgium, Hainaut, Virelles, 10 July 2010.
(Photo © Steve Wullaert)

 
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