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Blastobasis phycidella
Checklist Number41.001 [B&F: 0875]
Verification
Record will require further evidence, at least a good photograph, unless CMR is aware recorder has confidence in identification
Classification
| Family: | Blastobasidae |
| Subfamily: | Blastobasinae |
| Genus: | Blastobasis |
| Species: | phycidella |
| Authority: | (Zeller, 1839) |
First recorded from a wooded south-facing cliff on Guernsey, in 1990. Prior to this, it was known only from four females taken at Southampton Docks, Hampshire in the first half of June 1930 (MBGBI Vol 4 part 1). Please note that Obsidentify in particular provides this species as a suggestion for many Blastobasis species in error. Wingspan 17-19 mm. Away from Guernsey, voucher specimen should be retained for confirmation of identification. Larva feeds on rotten wood and fallen pine needles.
VC11 South Hampshire
| Site | Date | Quantity | Recorder | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton (SU30) | 01/06/1930 | four | W Fassnidge | Adult |
