UK Status
Resident. Widespread and common throughout the
British Isles.
Montgomeryshire Status
A fairly common species recorded throughout the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 13-20mm.
Confusion species
None.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Continuous)
Habitat
Occurs in a variety of natural and man-made habitats. Where it is found
indoors it can be continuously brooded.
Foodplant
Dead organic material.
Lifestage data
Eggs laid on food source. Larva feeds in a silken gallery mixed with
frass. Pupates in its feeding place. |
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