| 1.004 ~ 0004 ~ Micropterix aruncella ~ White-barred Gold | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread throughout the British Isles. Montgomeryshire Status A few records from the east of the county. An under-recorded day flying species and will be much more common than records suggest. Wingspan : M & F, 6-8mm. Confusion species Micropterix aruncella f.seppella. |
Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)  Habitat Hillsides and downland. Foodplant The larva has been recorded feeding in plant detritus. Lifestage data Leaf miner. Larva believed to feed at the base of herbaceous plants. Pupa formed in a tough silken cocoon. (Mines of some species are similar, care is required with identification). |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by DB, 16th May 2012, Middletown |
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