| 12.048 ~ 0200 ~ Psychoides filicivora ~ Fern Smut | ||
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UK Status Resident. Mostly a coastal species found southern England and the west of Wales. Montgomeryshire Status This species was first recorded in 2016 at Middletown in the north-east of the county. Wingspan : M & F 7-8mm. Confusion species Psychoides verhuella. |
Flight time & Voltinity
(Bivoltine+)  Habitat Woodland, gardens. Foodplant Spleenwort's and ferns. Lifestage data Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva feed on sporangia, causing browning of leaves. Pupates in a white cocoon on the frond. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by DHB, 11th July 2016, Middletown |
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