Ypsolopha alpella is a moth of the family Ypsolophidae. It is found in southern and central Europe and Siberia.
| Ypsolopha alpella | |
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| Mounted | |
Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Lepidoptera |
| Family: | Ypsolophidae |
| Genus: | Ypsolopha |
| Species: | Y. alpella
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| Binomial name | |
| Ypsolopha alpella Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775
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The wingspan is approximately 16 mm. The moth flies from June to October depending on the location.
The larvae feed on oak.
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