Slender Burnished Brass (Thysanoplusia orichalcea, (Fabricius, 1775))

General InformationOverwinters as Doesn't overwinter in the UK.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 17-20mm.
Foodplant(s): low-growing plants
Flying: One generation, August-October (possibly June-November)
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Regional Information

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Similar Species

Burnished Brass Diachrysia chrysitis

Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Smooth

Colours:

Green, white, yellow, black

No. of Proleg Pairs:

73.004 (BF2433) Slender Burnished Brass Thysanoplusia orichalcea, (Fabricius, 1775)

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