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Ghost Moth, Hepialus humuli

Family: Hepialidae

14     *     Ghost Moth     *     Hepialus humuli


Widespread, common
Wingspan: 40-65mm

Flight time: June-August
Habitat: Grassy areas in woodland clearings and on open ground

Larvae feed on the roots of various grasses and herbaceous plants



Ghost Moth, Hepialus humuli


Ghost Moth, Hepialus humuli


Ghost Moth, Hepialus humuli

Ghost Moth, Hepialus humuli
Ballingeary, Co. Cork, SW Ireland. June 2011

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