Nephopterix angustella

(Nephopterix angustella)

Description

Nephopterix angustella is a moth of the family Pyralidae described by Jacob Hübner in 1796. It is found in Europe. The wingspan is 20–25 millimetres (0.8–1.0 in). The moth flies from May to October depending on the location. The larvae feed on bird cherry.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Lepidoptera
Family:Pyralidae
Genus:Nephopterix
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