Chamomile Shark (Cucullia chamomillae, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil, sometimes for more than a year.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 19-23mm.
Foodplant(s): Scentless Mayweed (Tripleurospermum inodorum), Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile), Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
Flying: One generation, April-May
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Open grassland and other rough, open, grassy areas with disturbed ground.

Regional Information

Recorded in 16 (5.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in April 2024

Recorded date range (Adult): 05 April to 30 September

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 22 June to 22 June

Similar Species

Shark Cucullia umbratica

2214 (ABH73.053) Chamomile Shark Cucullia chamomillae, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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