The Moths and Butterflies of Huntingdonshire

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as an adult.

Wingspan: 10-13mm
Foodplant(s): Great Willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum), Broad-leaved Willowherb (Epilobium montanum), Marsh Willowherb (Epilobium palustre)
Flying: All year

Regional Information

Recorded in 39 (14.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2024

Recorded date range (Adult): 10 January to 28 December

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 28 June to 28 June

Similar Species

Earith

Mompha ochraceella

0893 (ABH40.010) Mompha epilobiella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR02892