Lunar Hornet Moth
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Family:
Aegeriidae, Sesiidae (clearwing) Synonym: Sphecia crabroniformis Other engl. name: Lunar Hornet Clearwing German names: Hornissenschwärmer, Großer Weiden-Glasflügler |
The Lunar Hornet Moth belongs to a family of Lepidoptera, commonly known as clearwings.
Rather similar to the Hornet Moth (Look previous page!), this species can easily be distinguished by the dark head and tegulae. One of several similar 'mimic' species, this is one of the largest, and presents a fearsome sight to the uninitiated.
Best looked for in July, as the adults emerge and rest low down on the trunks of the foodplants, sallow and willow (Salix spp.). The eggs are laid on the bark, and the larvae burrow into the wood, feeding internally.
Wingspan 32-42 mm.
Photos: Ian Kimber
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