Argyresthiidae

0417 (ABH20.018) Argyresthia spinosella, Stainton, 1849

KR01462

Earith
Earith
 Photo © David Griffiths
Earith
 Photo © David Griffiths
 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards
Earith
Earith
 Photo © David Griffiths


General InformationBoth sexes come to light.

Wingspan: 9-11mm
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
Flying: One generation, June-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

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

Last recorded in June 2025

Recorded date range (Adult): 08 May to 20 September

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