Ancylis subaequana
Common NameAncylis subaequana
Scientific NameAncylis subaequana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, white, brown
HabitatBogs, fens, damp heathland, and other wetlands where its host plants grow.
Geographic RangePalearctic realm, including much of Europe (e.g., UK, Scandinavia, Central Europe) and parts of Asia.
Host PlantsMyrica gale, Salix, Betula
Flight PeriodMay to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the leaves of host plants, often spinning them together. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, typically in leaf litter or soil, with overwintering usually as a pupa or larva.
Identification TipsThe most distinctive feature is the large, dark, somewhat triangular or kidney-shaped patch on the dorsal half of the forewing, contrasting sharply with the paler ground color. Association with *Myrica gale* is also a strong indicator.
Description
A small moth characterized by its forewings having a prominent, somewhat kidney-shaped dark brown to blackish patch on a pale whitish or light brown ground color, often with fine white lines within the dark area.
