Stigmella aeneofasciella, (Herrich-Schäffer, 1855)

General Information
This moth has a deep purple forewing which is crossed by a broad brassy fascia near the base (from which its name is derived).
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Wingspan: 5-6mm.
Foodplant(s): agrimonys (Agrimonia spp.), Tormentil (Potentilla erecta), Creeping Cinquefoil (Potentilla reptans), Common Silverweed (Potentilla anserina), Wild Strawberry (Fragaria vesca)
Flying: Two generations, May and August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

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4.049 (BF0055) Stigmella aeneofasciella, (Herrich-Schäffer, 1855)

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