Pea Moth (Cydia nigricana, (Fabricius, 1794))

General Information
This species is a recognised pest of cultivated and garden peas.
Flies during the day

Wingspan: 12-16 mm.
Foodplant(s): peas (Pisum spp.), vetches (Vicia spp.)
Flying: One generation, May-August
National status: Common

Habitat

Rough downland, fields and gardens and horticultural land where peas are cultivated.

Regional Information

Recorded in 21 (7.8%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in June 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 07 May to 17 August

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 27 June to 13 August

Similar Species

Cydia millenniana

1257 (ABH49.324) Pea Moth Cydia nigricana, (Fabricius, 1794)

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