Neofaculta infernella (Herrich-Schäffer, 1854) Species
Last modified: March 8, 2021, 12:42 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
Not possible to separate from N. ericinella without genital examination.
Museum specimens
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Observed on
- Host plant (species):
- Vaccinium myrtillus
- Host plant (genera):
- Betula and Rhododendron
Vaccinium.
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Habitat
Raised bogs and damp, cool forest areas with lots of Vaccinium.
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