UK Status
Resident. A widespread and fairly common in England
as far north as Cumbria, less common in Wales.
Montgomeryshire Status
This species was first recorded in 2013 at Middletown in the east of
the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F 13-16mm.
Confusion species
A fairly distinctive species.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Most habitats.
Foodplant
Decaying plant matter.
Lifestage data
Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva feeds externally. Pupates in a cocoon
amongst the food material. |
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