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Fairy Longhorn Moth

Fairy Longhorn Moth - Nemophora metallica

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The Fairy Longhorn Moth

''Nemophora metallica'' is a moth of the family Adelidae. It is found in Europe.

Its wingspan is 15–20 mm. The moth flies from late June to August depending on the location.

The larvae feed on ''Knautia arvensis'' and ''Scabiosa columbaria''.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies
Species identified by Jivko Nakev
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By Jivko Nakev

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Uploaded Nov 13, 2014. Captured Jul 13, 2014 11:49 in ulitsa "Stefan Stambolov" 192, 1444 Bistritsa, Bulgaria.
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  • Canon EOS 70D
  • f/4.0
  • 1/400s
  • ISO100
  • 100mm
Captured in the summer. More summer photos.