Resident. Widespread and very common throughout the
British Isles, can be abundant.
Montgomeryshire Status
Fairly common throughout the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 18-22mm.
Confusion species
C. pratella
Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Grassy pastures.
Foodplant
Various grasses.
Lifestage data
Grass moth. Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva lives in a firm silken tube
amongst the roots on which it feeds. Pupates in a firm silken cocoon
amongst the roots.