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Cauchas rufimitrella  
         
 

B&F: 0152

ABH: 7.010

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Local

Primary Habitat:  Woodland

Wingspan:  9-12mm

Flight Period:  May - June

Observations:  The larva feeds on seeds and then leaf fragments of Cuckooflower and Garlic Mustard. Adults are diurnal, tending to be more active on sunny days.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  Locally common

First Record:  1907, Wallis