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Promalactis procerella

Checklist Number
28.001 [B&F: 0639]

Verification
Record will require further evidence, at least a good photograph, unless CMR is aware recorder has confidence in identification

Classification

Family:Oecophoridae
Subfamily:Oecophorinae
Genus:Promalactis
Species:procerella
Authority:(Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775)

Scarce. First taken on 16 July 1976 in a wood in Kent, since when it has been found in various other woodlands in the same county (MBGBI Vol 4 part 1). Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 11-13 mm. Larva feeds on lichens growing on Beech and Birch.