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Achroia grisella (Fabricius, 1794)

A fairly common species where beehives are maintained. It can become a pest for the beekeeping business.

The larvae live on beewax.

The adults have been observed from late June till early October. They come to light.


Belgium, Antwerpen, Kontich, 10 September 2004.
(Photo © Gaston Sallaets)
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