Adelidae: Adelinae

7.006 (BF0150) Adela reaumurella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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General Information

The moths fly in sunshine, sometimes occurring in swarms. They have bronzy-metallic, greenish forewings. The males have long, whitish antennae, the females shorter.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Flies during the day

Wingspan: 14-18mm
Foodplant(s): plant matter
Flying: One generation, April-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland and scrub.

Regional Information

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