| 1428 ~ Aphomia sociella ~ Bee Moth | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread and often common throughout the British Isles. Montgomeryshire Status Very common throughout the northern half of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 25-38mm. Confusion species Female can resemble Melissoblaptes zelleri and Paralipsa gularis. |
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(Univoltine)  Habitat Wherever bees nests are found. Foodplant Various material in bee's nest. Lifestage data Eggs laid inside nest. Larva initially feed on old cells and debris, later attacking comb and brood, often riddling the nest with silk lined tunnels. Pupates in a tough brown papery cocoon, often in numbers. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 28th June 2008, Llanfyllin. Male. |
 Photo by MDH, 16th Aug 2009, Llanfyllin. Female. |
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