Coleophora limoniella (=Goniodoma), (Stainton, 1884)

General Information
The larvae feed in flowers and seeds forming a case in an eaten-out husk. The cases are disgarded as the larvae outgrow them.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Flies during the day

Wingspan: 10-11mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Sea-lavender (Limonium vulgare)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Coastal areas.

Regional Information

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37.003 (BF0488) Coleophora limoniella (=Goniodoma), (Stainton, 1884)

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