Mompha ochraceella, (Curtis, 1839)

General Information
The larvae mine the stem and leaves of willowherb, in common with several other Mompha species.

Wingspan: 14-16mm
Foodplant(s): Great Willowherb (Epilobium hirsutum)
Flying: One generation, May-August

Habitat

Stream banks, ditches and other damp areas.

Regional Information

Recorded in 53 (19.6%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in August 2021

Recorded date range (Adult): 09 May to 29 August

Similar Species

Earith

Mompha epilobiella

0886 (ABH40.002) Mompha ochraceella, (Curtis, 1839)

KR02884