UK Status
Resident. This species was introduced to this country in
Cornwall in 1936. Since then it has steadily spread northwards and is
now very common in some areas of Britain.
Montgomeryshire Status
Widespread and common throughout the county.
Wingspan
:
M. 16-21mm. F. 17-25mm.
Confusion species
None.
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Flight
time & Voltinity
(Bivoltine)
Habitat
Wherever foodplant is found.
Foodplant
Found on many shrubs.
Lifestage data
Spinning. Eggs laid on upper surface of leaf. Larva loosely spins the leaves and feeds within. Pupates in larval habitation. |

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