Malacosoma franconicum
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Species: | M. franconicum
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Malacosoma franconicum (or Malacosoma franconica ) is a moth of the family Lasiocampidae. It is found in central and southern Europe, as well as Armenia.
The wingspan is about 22 mm for males and 36 mm for females.[2] Adults are on wing from June to August.[3]
The larvae feed on Artemisia, Achillea, Plantago, Rumex species.
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caterpillar
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Femalle - Both sides MHNT
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