Aethes bilbaensis (Rössler, 1877)
samphire conch
on Apiaceae
parasite
The larva lives freely on the umbels after flowering has ended, feeding on the fruits. Then it bores into a stem, awaiting the hibernation; there also the pupation.
host plants
Apiaceae, oligophagous
Astydamia latifolia; Carum carvi, verticillatum; Crithmum maritimum; Daucus carota.
distribution within Europe
references
Fazekas (2008a), Hancock & Bland (2015a), Hellers (2016b), Klimesch (1987a), Kovács & Kovács (2006a), Razowski (1962a), Vegliante & Zilli (2007a), Wullaert (2018a).