Scythris siccella
Checklist Number43.010 [B&F: 0916]
Verification
Record will require further evidence, at least a good photograph, unless CMR is aware recorder has confidence in identification
Classification
| Family: | Scythrididae |
| Subfamily: | Scythridinae |
| Genus: | Scythris |
| Species: | siccella |
| Authority: | (Zeller, 1839) |
Endangered (proposed as a future Red Data Book species) in dry sandy areas in parts of Dorset, a priority species under the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 8-10 mm. Distinguished from other British scythridids by its small size (MBGBI Vol 4 part 1). Larva feeds on Wild Thyme, Common Bird's-foot Trefoil, Kidney Vetch, Thrift and Common Restharrow, living within a silken tube or tent.
