White-speck (Mythimna unipuncta, (Haworth, 1809))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as an adult.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 18-21mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Couch (Elytrigia repens), Cock's-foot (Dactylis glomerata), grasses
Flying: All year (mostly August-October)
UK Presence: Immigrant, Possible Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Coastal grassy areas.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Cosmopolitan Leucania loreyi (=Mythimna)

Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Smooth

Colours:

Brown, yellow, white, pink, orange, black

No. of Proleg Pairs:

73.296 (BF2203) White-speck Mythimna unipuncta, (Haworth, 1809)

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