Argent and Sable (Rheumaptera hastata, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: 16-19mm
Foodplant(s): birches (Betula spp.), Bog-myrtle (Myrica gale)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Woodland clearings.

Regional Information

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Nationally Scarce B

Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Wrinkled

Colours:

Brown, black

No. of Proleg Pairs:

70.120 (BF1787) Argent and Sable Rheumaptera hastata, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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