Fen Wainscot (Arenostola phragmitidis, (Hübner, [1803]))

General Information
This is a distinctively plain-looking species with creamy forewings.

Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Reed (Phragmites australis)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Reed beds.

Regional Information

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73.137 (BF2377) Fen Wainscot Arenostola phragmitidis, (Hübner, [1803])

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