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Dichrorampha aeratana  
         
  B&F: 1287

ABH: 49.311

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  Wasteground, Grassland

Wingspan:  13-15mm

Flight Period:  May - June

Observations:  Larvae feed on the roots of Ox-eye Daisy. Adults may be seen late on sunny afternoons and through to dusk, flying 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:  2012, Sharpe