UK Status
Resident. Locally common in England and Wales, rare in Scotland.
Montgomeryshire Status
An uncommon species, but it has been found at several sites throughout
the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 12-16mm.
Confusion species
None.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Mixed woodland and gardens.
Foodplant
Field maple and sycamore.
Lifestage data
Leaf roller. Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva lives in rolled leaves or
flowers. Pupates in a white silken cocoon spun in a folded leaf of the
foodplant. |
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