Early Tooth-striped Trichopteryx carpinata
Early Tooth-striped Trichopteryx carpinata
70.202 BF1881
Wingspan 30-34 mm.
A fairly common species over most of the British Isles, flying in April and May in a single generation, and occupying woodland habitats.
Typically the moth has ill-defined markings, but the northern ab. fasciata form has more contrasting cross-bands.
The larvae feed on various trees, including honeysuckle (Lonicera), sallow (Salix) and birch (Betula).
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 2 |
| February | 27 |
| March | 3,201 |
| April | 13,410 |
| May | 3,556 |
| June | 83 |
| July | 5 |
| August | 2 |
| September | 1 |
| October | 1 |
| November | 1 |
| December | 1 |





