The Blackneck Lygephila pastinum
The Blackneck Lygephila pastinum
72.063 BF2466
Wingspan 37-42 mm.
In Britain, this moth has only one generation, flying in June and July, but it is double-brooded on the continent.
Occupying woodland and marshy areas, it is locally common in the southern half of Britain, with only scattered occurrences further north.
The species overwinters as a larva, which feeds mainly on tufted vetch (Vicia cracca).
In Britain, this moth has only one generation, flying in June and July, but it is double-brooded on the continent.
Occupying woodland and marshy areas, it is locally common in the southern half of Britain, with only scattered occurrences further north.
The species overwinters as a larva, which feeds mainly on tufted vetch (Vicia cracca).
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 10 |
| February | 5 |
| March | 2 |
| April | 1 |
| May | 18 |
| June | 2,220 |
| July | 5,522 |
| August | 116 |
| September | 53 |
| October | 28 |
| November | 16 |
| December | 11 |
