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Dichrorampha vancouverana  
         
  B&F: 1284

ABH: 49.318

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Scarce

Primary Habitat:  Wasteground, Grassland

Wingspan:  12-15mm

Flight Period:  June - July

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

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

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  1918, KDNHS