Crambidae: Crambinae

63.088 (BF1302) Crambus perlella, (Scopoli, 1763)

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General Information

The typical form of this species is creamy white with a slight silken lustre. There is also a differently-marked form, f. warringtonellus, which has heavy streaking.


Wingspan: 21-28 mm.
Foodplant(s): grasses
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Grassland, gardens, woodland, heathland and fens.

Regional Information

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