Cossus terebra (Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775

Synonyms/other combinations:
Lamellocossus terebra

Cossus terebra: Adult (French Hautes-Alpes, late July 2013, photo: Emmanuel Ruiz) Cossus terebra: Adult (French Hautes-Alpes, late July 2013, photo: Emmanuel Ruiz)

Host plants:
The larva feeds in poplars and aspen, may-be also in other woods.

Habitat:
Cossus terebra inhabits most often cool (mountain) regions with plenty of soft woods.

Life cycle:
The moths occur between June and August. Larvae need several years to pupation.

Remarks:
Cossus terebra occurs in the Pyrenees, Alps, Apennines and parts of eastern and northern Europe.



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