Migrant. Numbers and distribution can vary greatly
from year to year.
Montgomeryshire Status
Scattered records from across the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 20-24mm.
Confusion species
None.
Flight time & Voltinity
(Continuous)
Habitat
Gardens, waste ground and sea coasts.
Foodplant
Various herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Spinning. Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva first lives in a turned down
leaf margin and later amongst spun leaves. Pupates in a cocoon made
from a partially cut section of leaf, folded and lined with silk.