Four-dotted Footman (Cybosia mesomella, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-16mm.
Foodplant(s): algae, arboreal lichen
Flying: One generation, mid June-early August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Heathland, moorland, damp grassland and open woodland.

Regional Information

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72.038 (BF2040) Four-dotted Footman Cybosia mesomella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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