Crambidae: Crambinae

1306 (ABH63.090) Agriphila inquinatella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR06260

Seghill, Northumberland
Seghill, Northumberland
 Photo © Ian Fisher
Seghill, Northumberland
 Photo © Ian Fisher
 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards
Seghill, Northumberland
Seghill, Northumberland
 Photo © Ian Fisher
NW Wales (nr Llanbedr). 3rd July 2021. Light trap.
NW Wales (nr Llanbedr). 3rd July 2021. Light trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies


General Information

Distinctive, but variable. Prefers dryer grassy areas. Heathland, grassland, woodland, fens and gardens. Fairly common and widespread especially in the Brecks.


Wingspan: 23-29 mm.
Foodplant(s): grasses
Flying: One generation, July-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

Recorded in 4 (1.5%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in August 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 07 August to 26 August

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