Coleophora orbitella, Zeller, 1849

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as a larva.

Wingspan: 10-14mm
Foodplant(s): birches (Betula spp.), Alder (Alnus glutinosa)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Strands of mature birch on heathland and alder carr.

Regional Information

Recorded in 3 (1.1%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in June 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 30 May to 25 July

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