Crambidae: Acentropinae

63.116 (BF1354) Small China-mark Cataclysta lemnata, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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General Information

This moth has a distinctive row of blue-centred black dots on the hindwing. The male is slightly smaller and whiter than the female.


Wingspan: 18-24 mm.
Foodplant(s): duckweeds (Lemna spp.)
Flying: One generation, June-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Coastal areas, river valleys and wetland areas.

Regional Information

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