62.054 BF1481 - Pyralidae - Phycitinae - Homoeosoma sinuella - Twin-barred Knot-horn
Adult Micro: CAT 1 - Distinctive Species -
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- Generally Common / Widespread
Taxonomy: Micro >> Pyralidae
ID Difficulty:
- easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.
ID pointers: Easy enough to identify with zig zag cross-lines/bands of pinkish-brown or darker greyish-brown. Ground colour of forewing is usually a pale orangey yellowish or pale greyish-yellowish-brown.
Distribution: A fairly widespread species in the county. Found on Ribwort Plantain.
Flight Period: May / June / July / August / September / - On the wing during May-September.
Moth Activity: Nocturnal Crepuscular - active from dusk into the night
Photographed: Yes - Photographed By: Will Soar © All Rights Reserved *** Last updated on 10 March 2025 by RP ***
Wingspan: 18-23mm
Food Plant: Ribwort Plantain (Plantago lanceolata).
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IMAGES BELOW: Kings Newton, Derbyshire – Will Soar©
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