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1036 ~ Acleris forsskaleana 
UK Status

Resident. Locally common in England and Wales, rare in Scotland.

Montgomeryshire Status

Found at several sites throughout the county.

Wingspan :   M & F, 12-16mm.

Confusion species


None.




Flight time & Voltinity (Univoltine)


Habitat

Mixed woodland and gardens.

Foodplant

Field maple and sycamore.

Lifestage data

Leaf roller. Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva lives in rolled leaves or flowers. Pupates in a white silken cocoon spun in a folded leaf of the foodplant.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by MDH, 26th Aug 2009, Llanfyllin