Tortricidae: Olethreutinae

1197 (ABH49.269) Eucosma campoliliana, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR04943

 Photo © Barry Dickerson
 Photo © Barry Dickerson
 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards
Seghill, Northumberland 06-07-16
Seghill, Northumberland 06-07-16
 Photo © Ian Fisher
Long Nanny, Northumberland 23-06-14
Long Nanny, Northumberland 23-06-14
 Photo © Ian Fisher


General Information

This moth has distinctive black and brown markings on a white background.


Wingspan: 13-18 mm.
Foodplant(s): ragworts (Senecio spp.)
Flying: One generation, June-July
National status: Common

Habitat

Pasture land, chalky places, gravel pits, waysides and sand dunes, with a preference for well-drained, dry localities.

Regional Information

Recorded in 35 (13%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in August 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 21 May to 07 September