| 0148 ~ Nemophora degeerella | ||
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UK Status Resident. Rather common throughout England and Wales as far north as Cumberland. Montgomeryshire Status Recorded throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 17-23mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
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(Univoltine)  Habitat Favours damp woodland. Foodplant Dead leaves. Lifestage data Case-bearing. Eggs are laid on flowers (possibly bluebell). Larva forms a flat pear shaped portable case from dead leaves from which it will feed. Pupa formed inside the case. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 10th June 2007, Commins Coch |
 Photo by MW, 11th May 2011, Cors Dyfi. Pic shows a male. |
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