Acleris hyemana

(Acleris hyemana)

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Description

Acleris hyemana is a moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in Europe. The wingspan is 14–20 mm (0.55–0.79 in). The ground colour is purple-brown contrasting with the silvery-white markings. Adults are on wing from August to May. There is one generation per year. The larvae feed on Ericaceae species, mainly Erica, Calluna vulgaris and Vaccinium. Acleris is a genus of moths belonging to the subfamily Tortricinae of the family Tortricidae. As of 2007, about 241 species were known.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Tortricidae
Genus:Acleris
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