The Moths and Butterflies of Huntingdonshire

General Information

This species is quite large and has a diagnostic dark-bordered orange spot at the end of the forewing.

Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.

Wingspan: 13-16mm
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Regional Information

Recorded in 23 (8.5%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in May 2018

Recorded date range (Adult): 12 April to 31 July

0436 (ABH16.014) Pseudoswammerdamia combinella, (Hübner, 1786)

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