Tortricidae: Tortricinae

1042 (ABH49.070) Rhomboid Tortrix Acleris rhombana, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR04384

 Photo © Barry Dickerson
Rhomboid Tortrix
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 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards
Earith
Earith
 Photo © David Griffiths
Earith
Earith
 Photo © David Griffiths
Earith
Earith
 Photo © David Griffiths
Monks Wood
Monks Wood
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General Information

This species is highly variable. It has hooked tips and a reticulated (chequered) pattern on its forewings.


Wingspan: 13-19 mm.
Foodplant(s): hawthorns (Crataegus spp.), broadleaved shrubs
Flying: One generation, September-October
National status: Common

Regional Information

Recorded in 66 (24.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in October 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 25 June to 16 December

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 09 May to 11 June

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