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Dichrorampha sedatana  
         
  B&F: 1286

ABH: 49.310

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  Wasteground, Grassland

Wingspan:  13mm

Flight Period:  May - July

Observations:  Larvae feed on the roots of Tansy. Adults may be seen late on sunny afternoons around the foodplant.

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

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  2013, Sharpe