Crambidae: Schoenobiinae

63.121 (BF1329) Donacaula forficella, (Thunberg, 1794)

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General Information
Wingspan: 24-32 mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Reed (Phragmites australis)
Flying: One generation, June-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Marshy areas, ditches and fens.

Regional Information

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Similar Species
Chilo phragmitella
Schoenobius gigantella
Donacaula mucronellus

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