Beautiful Knot-horn
Common NameBeautiful Knot-horn
Scientific NamePempelia formosa
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPhycitinae
Wingspan (mm)23
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, dark brown
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, heathland, and shrubby areas.
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantshawthorn, blackthorn, oak, sallow
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the leaves of various deciduous trees and shrubs, often creating silken shelters. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include the reddish-brown forewings with two prominent, wavy dark bands and a dark outer margin. Its resting posture with wings folded flat over the back is also characteristic.
Description
A small moth with reddish-brown forewings marked by two distinct, wavy dark transverse bands and a dark terminal area. Its head and thorax are typically dark.
