B&F: 0246

ABH: 12.032

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Common

Primary Habitat:  Woodland, farmland

Wingspan:  14-22mm

Flight Period:  Continuously brooded (indoors)

Observations:  The larvae feed in birds' nests and on woollen remains. Adults are often seen at light.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  Geddington Chase, 05.vii.1907

First Record:  1907, Wallis.