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49.249 ~ 1134 ~ Epinotia ramella ~ Small Birch Bell
UK Status

Resident. Widely distributed and generally common throughout the British Isles.

Montgomeryshire Status

Recorded at several sites in the western side of the county.

Wingspan :   M & F, 13-16mm.

Confusion species

E. bilunana.
Flight time & Voltinity (Univoltine)

Habitat

Woodland and heathland.

Foodplant

Birch.

Lifestage data

Catkin feeder. Eggs, oviposition site not documented. Larva feeds inside a catkin and twigs. Pupation site not documented.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 15th Sept 2010, Commins Coch

Photo by PRW, 15th Sept 2010, Commins Coch