Biology:Ptilodon cucullina

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Short description: Species of moth

Ptilodon cucullina
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P. cucullina
Binomial name
Ptilodon cucullina
(Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775)

Ptilodon cucullina, the maple prominent, is a moth of the family Notodontidae. The species was first described by Michael Denis and Ignaz Schiffermüller in 1775. It is found in Europe.

The wingspan is 35–40 mm. The moths are on wing from May to July depending on the location.

Figs. 4, 4a, 4b larvae after last moult

The larvae feed on Acer campestris and sometimes Acer pseudoplatanus.

External links

Wikidata ☰ Q402435 entry