Canephora hirsuta
The hairy sweep (Canephora hirsuta) is a moth of the family Psychidae. It is found in Europe. The female has no wings.
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Genus: | Canephora |
Species: | C. hirsuta |
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The wingspan of the male is 20–25 mm. The moth flies in one generation from May to July.
The larvae feed on shrubs, deciduous trees and herbaceous plants.
- Illustrated adult
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