Neofaculta infernella (Herrich-Schäffer, 1854) Species
Last modified: Feb. 26, 2024, 5:11 p.m.
A species of colder regions and higher altitudes, restricted to the southern part of Belgium. Hitherto a very rare and local species.
Details
- Classification
- Family: Gelechiidae > Subfamily: Anacampsinae > Tribus: Chelariini > Genus: Neofaculta > Species: Neofaculta infernella
- Vernacular names
- Bosbespalpmot (NL)
- Status
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Native
Distribution
Imago
Wingspan 17–20 mm.
Very similar to Neofaculta ericetella so genital examination is recommended.
Museum specimens
No pictures yet!Specimens in nature
Genitalia
Caterpillar
Larva undescribed.
Bionomics
Biology poorly known, but it is assumed that the larva live between spun leaves.
The adults are active from late afternoon and later come to light.
Flight periods
The adults have been seen from mid-May towards mid-August.
Observed on
- Host plant (species):
- Vaccinium myrtillus
- Host plant (genera):
- Betula and Ledum
The larva lives mainly on Vaccinium myrtillus. In older literature there are references to Ledum pallustre and Betula, but is this correct?
Habitat
It inhabits raised bogs and damp, cool forest areas with lots of Vaccinium.
