Crambidae: Scopariinae

63.074 (BF1344) Eudonia mercurella, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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General Information

This is one of several very similar moths which can be difficult to separate.


Wingspan: 16-19 mm.
Foodplant(s): moss
Flying: One generation, June-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, heathland, grassland and fens.

Regional Information

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