Apterogenum ypsillon ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Dingy Shears
73.2220 (B&F: 2314)
Previously:Parastichtis ypsillon ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Synonym(s):
Apterogenum fissipuncta (Haworth, 1809)
»Suborder: Glossata
»Superfamily: Noctuoidea
»Family: Noctuidae
»Subfamily: Xyleninae
»Tribe: Xylenini
A resident species, usually occurring singly or sparingly at mv light in a wide range of habitats. Occasionally very common on Pevensey Levels where high numbers are very local and episodic. Widespread away from the north-west. Single-brooded, flying mainly from mid-June to early August. Larvae feed on willow. (Pratt, 2011)