UK Status
Resident. First recorded in Dover in 1943, since
then it has become established throughout most of England and Wales.
Montgomeryshire Status
Several records from the west of the county.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 14-15mm.
Confusion species
None.
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Flight
time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Woodland, parks and gardens.
Foodplant
Sycamore.
Lifestage data
Seed feeder. Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva lives in the seeds and feeds
within. Pupates in a cocoon. |

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