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49.290 ~ 1182 ~ Epiblema turbidana ~ Butterbur Bell
UK Status

Resident. Very local throughout the UK.

Montgomeryshire Status

First recorded at an MMG event at Cors Dyfi in the far west of the county in 2021.

Wingspan :   M & F 8-11.5mm.

Confusion species

Fairly distinctive.
Flight time & Voltinity (Univoltine)

Habitat

Damp meadows, gardens and streambanks.

Foodplant

Butterbur.

Lifestage data

Root feeder. Larvae feed internally in the roots.
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Montgomeryshire photos