| 1.005 ~ 0005 ~ Micropterix calthella ~ Plain Gold | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread throughout the British Isles. Montgomeryshire Status The most commonly seen Micropterix species in the county, can be abundant, but still generally overlooked. Wingspan : M & F, 7-10mm. Confusion species Forms of Micropterix aruncella. |
Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)  Habitat Damp parts of woodland rides and clearings. Foodplant Unknown. Lifestage data Leaf miner. Larva Unknown. 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, 8th May 2011, Middletown |
 Photo by PB, 15th May 2012, Morben ISAF |
 Photo by PB, 15th May 2012, Morben ISAF |