Map-winged swift - Korscheltellus fusconebulosa
Alternative names
Hepialus fusconebulosa
Description
Wingspan 30 to 35 mm.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Often associated with moorland and areas where Bracken is plentiful.
When to see it
The adults fly in June and July.
Life History
The larvae live underground and feed on the roots of Bracken.
UK Status
This species is generally distributed across Britain, but is local in some parts. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as local.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent but not common in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = B (scarce resident or restricted distribution or regular migrant).
Reference
3.003 BF18
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