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Micropterix mansuetella  
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  B&F: 0002

ABH: 1.002

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  Damp woodland

Wingspan:  8-11mm

Flight Period:  May - June

Observations: Adults feed on pollen, and may be seen feeding on flower heads, especially Buttercups.

Confusion Species: Micropterix calthella (note head colour on worn specimens)

L.O.N.:  N/A.

First Record:  2022, Lowen.