Spinach (Eulithis mellinata, (Fabricius, 1787))

General Information
Pupates in spun leaves on the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 16-18mm.
Foodplant(s): Black Currant (Ribes nigrum), Red Currant (Ribes rubrum)
Flying: One generation, mid June-late August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Suburban areas, woodland and rough grassy areas.

Regional Information

Recorded in 46 (17%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 05 June to 01 September

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 05 July to 05 July

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Photo © David Griffiths

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1757 (ABH70.092) Spinach Eulithis mellinata, (Fabricius, 1787)

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