Biology:Compsoptera opacaria
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Short description: Species of moth
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| Species: | C. opacaria
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| Compsoptera opacaria (Hübner, 1819)[1]
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Compsoptera opacaria is a moth of the family Geometridae. It is found in south-western Europe, including Spain , Portugal, France [2] and Italy.
The wingspan is 34–45 mm. Adults are on wing from August to October in one generation per year.
The larvae feed on the leaves of various plants, including Genista, Thymus, Juniperus and Calluna vulgaris.
References
External links
Wikidata ☰ Q1121994 entry
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