Acrobasis suavella (=Trachycera), (Zincken, 1818)

General Information

Largest of the British Trachycera species.

Wingspan: 22-24 mm.
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
Flying: One generation, July-August
National status: Local

Habitat

Woodland, scrub and gardens.

Regional Information

Recorded in 43 (15.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in August 2019

Recorded date range (Adult): 08 June to 20 October

Similar Species

ex. larva, Great Staughton, June 2011

1438 (ABH62.036) Acrobasis suavella (=Trachycera), (Zincken, 1818)