Northeast Spain and Southern France Mediterranean forests

Fox Moths still flying near Les Planes d'Hostoles

October 7, 2026

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s were observed on 2026-10-05 near Les Planes d'Hostoles and on 2026-10-03 in Vallfogona de Ripollès, extending into early October.¹ The second generation flies from mid-August through early October, providing forage insects during the peak period of autumn migration through Mediterranean forests.¹

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