Diamond-back Moth (Plutella xylostella, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
This species is smaller and less streaked than P. porrectella.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Wingspan: 12-17mm
Foodplant(s): herbaceous plants
Flying: Two/three overlapping generations, May-September
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Common

Habitat

As an immigrant, almost anywhere.

Regional Information

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Similar Species

Plutella porrectella

18.001 (BF0464) Diamond-back Moth Plutella xylostella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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