Photo © Rob Edmunds
Stigmella basiguttella
Checklist Number04.058 [B&F: 0089]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
| Family: | Nepticulidae |
| Subfamily: | Nepticulinae |
| Genus: | Stigmella |
| Species: | basiguttella |
| Authority: | (Heinemann, 1862) |
Common in woodland, gardens, orchards and parks throughout much of south-eastern England, with records north to Yorkshire. Widely distributed, but not particularly common, in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 4.5-6 mm. The pale spot at the base of the forewing generally serves to distinguish this species, but it is liable to be mistaken for S. atricapitella if the spot is obscure; in such cases the yellow frons is diagnostic (MBGBI Vol 1). Larva mines leaves of Oak, over-wintering as a pupa.
The abundance in each month is indicated as follows:
No records
Very occasional
Irregular
Uncommon
Off-peak, but not unusual
Off-peak, but not unusual
Main flight time| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
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Records by week (adult)
Records by week (larval)
