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Tachystola acroxantha  
         
  B&F: 0656

ABH: 28.024

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  Woodland, Gardens

Wingspan:  13-15mm

Flight Period:  May - September

Observations: Larvae feed on withered and decaying leaves. This species is one of several Australian imports to the British list, which has been expanding its range since the early 20th Century. Adults are attracted to light.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  2009, Hammond