Plutella porrectella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

General Information
This species is larger and more streaked than P. xylostella.

Pupates in a loose silken mesh attached to the underside of a leaf.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often disturbed during day

Wingspan: 14-17mm
Foodplant(s): Sweet Rocket (Hesperis matronalis)
Flying: Two generations, May-June and July-August
National status: Common

Regional Information

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Similar Species

Diamond-back Moth Plutella xylostella

18.003 (BF0465) Plutella porrectella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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