49.285 BF1184  -  Tortricidae -  Olethreutinae - Epiblema scutulana - Thistle Root-borer - ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) Adult Micro:  CAT 2 - Confusion Species -       PDF Icon - click for General Verification Guidelines  |   PDF Icon - click for Specific Verification Guidelines
Green -  Rare / Uncommon / Scarce   
Taxonomy:   Micro  >> . >>  Tortricidae Other Name/s: Thistle Bell ID Difficulty:  amber  - care required in the identification process, as confusion with similar species is likely - quality photographs required.
Confusion Species:  Epiblema cirsiana (Knapweed Root-borer)
ID pointers: Large white torno-apical blotch as well as the large white medio-dorsal blotch and a grey hindwing.
Distribution:  (Last record: 06/01/2023 at Hathersage )  -  Harrison & Sterling 9 accounts widespread between 1917 – 1963; DaNES 6 records – 1979-2010 and iRecord 6 records 2014-2023
Flight Period: May /  June /  Moth Activity: Cathemeral   - and is attracted to light Photographed: Yes -  Photographed By: The late Claire Miles  © All Rights Reserved
*** Last updated on 29 March 2025 by TD ***
Wingspan: 18-23mm
Food Plant: Spear Thistle & Musk Thistle
Last Recorded Date: 06/01/2023
No First Date Information Recorded

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