53.002 Triangle Copyright Martin Evans
Distribution map Copyright Martin Evans
Life stages table Copyright Martin Evans 53.002 Triangle Copyright Martin Evans

Limacodidae

53.002 Triangle Heterogenea asella ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

RDB S, E

Similar species: This moth is unlikely to be mistaken for any other British or Irish species.

Forewing: M 5 to 7mm, F 9 to 11mm

Habitats: Oak and Beech woodland.

Habits: The moth flies around the tops of trees in hot, sunny weather. It comes to light on warm nights.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on the leaves of Pendunculate Oak, Sessile Oak or Beech. It has at least once been recorded on a species of poplar. The full-fed larva overwinters in a cocoon attached to a leaf or twig.