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Morophaga choragella
Checklist Number12.010 [B&F: 0196]
Verification
Record will be accepted (subject to date and location checks)
Classification
| Family: | Tineidae |
| Subfamily: | Scardiinae |
| Genus: | Morophaga |
| Species: | choragella |
| Authority: | ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) |
Local in woodland throughout much of southern England. In Hampshire widespread and fairly common, although the first Isle of Wight record was not until 1996. Wingspan 20-30 mm. There is some variation in extent of the markings, but this species is clearly distinguished from other resident British Tineidae by its large size (MBGBI Vol 2). Larva feeds on bracket fungus and rotten wood.
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
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Records by week (adult)
Records by week (larval)
