UK Status
Resident. Widespread and common throughout the British Isles.
Montgomeryshire Status
Few records.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 10-13.5mm.
Confusion species
It is often impossible to separate the adults of some species. In some
cases differences can be seen in various life stages.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Bogs, fens and wet areas.
Foodplant
Willow, sallow, and bog myrtle.
Lifestage data
Case-bearing/leaf miner. Eggs laid on leaf. Larva makes a mine and
forms a case which is enlarged as the larva grows. Pupates within case,
attached to a twig or the upper surface of a leaf. |
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