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Asphalia ruficollis

Moth Asphalia ruficollis

Description

Asphalia ruficollis is an univoltine species, lives in one generation. Adults fly in Spring, from February to April. Caterpillars are night-active, resting among spun leaves during the day. This species overwinters in a pupal stage. It occurs throughout Europe to Asia Minor. More common in warm, southern territories, in Balkan peninsula, France, Italy, etc. It can be found quite frequently, but not so numerous, that cause serious economic loses. Oaks (Quercus spp.), Q. pubescens and Q. cerris are preferred the host trees.

Symptom

Caterpillar on leaves. Head brown.

Tree Species: Oak

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Less harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes