Elachista kilmunella
Checklist Number38.026 [B&F: 0598]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
| Family: | Elachistidae |
| Subfamily: | Elachistinae |
| Genus: | Elachista |
| Species: | kilmunella |
| Authority: | Stainton, 1849 |
Local on acid heathland, bogs and damp grassland in upland areas of Britain, as far south as Herefordshire (MBGBI Vol 3). Unlikely to be recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 9-11 mm. Larva mines leaves of various sedges.
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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| Larval | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Records by week (adult)
Records by week (larval)
VC11 South Hampshire
| Site | Date | Quantity | Recorder | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Hill, Burley, NF (SU20) | 28/05/2014 | one | Chris Lewis | Adult |