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Elegia similella (Duponchel, 1836)

A rather local species in Belgium, more frequently observed in the south.

The larva lives on Quercus.

The adults fly from mid May till July. They usually are present high up in the trees but they come to light.


Belgium, Limburg, Kinrooi, 21 May 2005.
(Photo © Maarten Jacobs)
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