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Crambus perlella
Cool moustache on this crambid snout moth. The Pearly Crambid Snout Moth is found in Europe. The wingspan is 19-28 mm and the moth flies from July to August depending on the location. The larvae feed on various grasses. Adults feed on the nectar of Leucanthemum species.
Alpine meadow, alt. ~1400 m.
For the most part, other moths in the genus have a larger white bar through the middle of the forewing, whereas this species has two branching off to the side, one at the bottom. See also http://ukmoths.org.uk/show.php?id=1539
Spotted on Jul 16, 2013
Submitted on Jul 25, 2013
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