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Rhopobota myrtillana
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Rhopobota myrtillana Rhopobota myrtillana

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Rhopobota myrtillana
(Humphreys & Westwood, 1845)1162 / 49.220

Uncommon local species on upland heaths and moors in the north of the region and recently discovered in the Wyre Forest.

On Vaccinium myrtillus with larva feeding in July/August between flatly spun leaves.

Recorded in 15 (11%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2024)
Additional Stats

Wingspan: 9 to 12mm
Flight: May and June
Foodplant:   Bilberry
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2024)
Date#VC10k Area
27/05/20241VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85
11/06/20236VC39 - StaffordshireSK06
05/06/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO77
07/05/20233VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95
24/05/20171VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85
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