Photo © Mike Wall
Phyllonorycter scabiosella
Checklist Number15.077 [B&F: 0355]
Verification
Record will require further evidence, at least a good photograph, unless CMR is aware recorder has confidence in identification
Classification
| Family: | Gracillariidae |
| Subfamily: | Lithocolletinae |
| Genus: | Phyllonorycter |
| Species: | scabiosella |
| Authority: | (Douglas, 1853) |
Vulnerable (proposed as a future Red Data Book species) in the North Downs of Surrey and Kent, a priority species under the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 6.5-8.5 mm. Larva mines leaves of Small Scabious.
