Resident. Rather common throughout England and Wales
as far north as Cumberland.
Montgomeryshire Status
Recorded throughout the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 17-23mm.
Confusion species
None.
Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Favours damp woodland.
Foodplant
Dead leaves.
Lifestage data
Case-bearing. Eggs are laid on flowers (possibly bluebell). Larva forms
a flat pear shaped portable case from dead leaves from which it will
feed. Pupa formed inside the case.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by PRW, 10th June 2007, Commins Coch
Photo by MW, 11th May 2011, Cors Dyfi.
Pic shows a male.