| 45.038 ~ 1522 ~ Hellinsia tephradactyla ~ Plain Plume | ||
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UK Status Resident. A widespread but very local species found throughout the British Isles. Montgomeryshire Status First recorded in 2013 at Commins Coch in the west of the county. This is only the fifth record to be recorded in north Wales. Wingspan : M & F 20-23mm. Confusion species Hellinsia ostoedactyla and Hellinsia chrysocomae. |
Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)  Habitat Mature woodland and undisturbed cliffs. Foodplant Goldenrod. Lifestage data Eggs laid on flowers. Larva first feed on the flowers and seed pods, later grazing the underside of the leaves, making a number of small holes. Pupates attached to a stem by a silken girdle. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 22nd June 2013, Commins Coch |
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