

- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce
- Leaf Miner

Confusion Species: M.epilobiella
ID pointers: A distinctive orange and yellow Mompha, and as with all the Mompha species they are colourful, attractive and distinctive. They rest low and flat in a horizontal position. Often have scale tufts.
Distribution: (Last record: 08/07/2023 at Belper ) - Appears to be uncommon as very few records. It favours Great Willow herb and is probably widespread across Derbyshire as this species occurs widely throughout much of Britain. Most likely under recorded
Last Recorded Date: 08/07/2023
Last Recorded By: Dave Evans
Last Recorded General Area: Belper
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IMAGES BELOW: Belper, Derbyshire – Dave Evans©


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