Mompha divisella, Herrich-Schäffer, 1854

General Information
Larva feeds on willhowerbs causing a distinctive gall.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an adult.

Wingspan: 10-13mm
Foodplant(s): willowherbs (Epilobium spp.)
Flying: One generation, August-May (hibernates)
National status: Nationally Scarce A

Habitat

Wet woodland, waste ground, open areas and shady situations.

Regional Information

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40.005 (BF0889) Mompha divisella, Herrich-Schäffer, 1854

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