UK Status
Resident. A fairly common species found in the
southern half of Britain.
Montgomeryshire Status
First recorded in 2010 at Llanfyllin in the north of the county. This
is only the second record for north Wales.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 14-20mm.
Confusion species
E. elutella.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Wherever foodplant is found.
Foodplant
Ivy, yew and alder.
Lifestage data
Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva probably feeds on dried leaves and other
plant matter. Pupates a silken cocoon on the plant. |
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