Broom-tip (Chesias rufata, (Fabricius, 1775))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil, occasionally for two years.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
Flying: One generation, April-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Heathland, open woodland, scrub and moorland.

Regional Information

Recorded in 2 (0.7%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in May 1997

Recorded date range (Adult): 03 May to 03 May

Similar Species

Whitelye, Gwent

Streak Chesias legatella

1865 (ABH70.196) Broom-tip Chesias rufata, (Fabricius, 1775)

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