Mompha divisella, Herrich-Schäffer, 1854

General Information
Larva feeds on willhowerbs causing a distinctive gall.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an adult.

Wingspan: 10-13mm
Foodplant(s): willowherbs (Epilobium spp.)
Flying: One generation, August-May (hibernates)
National status: Nationally Scarce A

Habitat

Wet woodland, waste ground, open areas and shady situations.

Regional Information

Recorded in 1 (0.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in April 1944

Recorded date range (Adult): 23 April to 23 April

Similar Species

Mompha jurassicella

0889 (ABH40.005) Mompha divisella, Herrich-Schäffer, 1854

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