Adelidae: Adelinae

7.009 (BF0153) Cauchas fibulella (=Adela), ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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General Information

This is the smallest of the Adelinae found in the UK. It has a distinctive pale dorsal spot in the centre of the the forewing.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Flies during the day

Wingspan: 8-11mm.
Foodplant(s): Germander Speedwell (Veronica chamaedrys)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Grassland and roadside verges.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Colours:
White, Brown, Grey