Tineidae: Scardiinae

12.010 (BF0196) Morophaga choragella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR00609

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General Information

This moth is distinguished from other UK-resident Tineidae by its large size.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.

Wingspan: 18-32 mm
Foodplant(s): bracket fungi, dead wood
Flying: Two overlapping generations, June-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Corn Moth Nemapogon granella
Cork Moth Nemapogon cloacella

Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Glossy
Colours:
White, Yellow, Brown
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5