ABH: 49.315

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  Wasteground, Grassland

Wingspan:  10-15mm

Flight Period:  July - September

Observations:  Larvae feed on the roots of Mugwort. Adults may be seen late on sunny afternoons around the foodplant, but will come to light.

Confusion Species:  Grapholita molesta. Depending on wear on the individual, potential confusion with several other Dichrorampha species is possible.

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  1993, Howton