Coleophora taeniipennella
Coleophora taeniipennella
37.074 BF581
Wingspan 9-12 mm.
This moth is found in damp habitats throughout the British Isles. The larval foodplants are various Juncus species, most commonly Jointed Rush and Sharp-flowered Rush.
The larvae feed on the seeds and create a silken case with the seed husk around it.
The adult moths fly in a single generation in June and July.
This moth is found in damp habitats throughout the British Isles. The larval foodplants are various Juncus species, most commonly Jointed Rush and Sharp-flowered Rush.
The larvae feed on the seeds and create a silken case with the seed husk around it.
The adult moths fly in a single generation in June and July.
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 0 |
| February | 0 |
| March | 0 |
| April | 0 |
| May | 1 |
| June | 26 |
| July | 60 |
| August | 2 |
| September | 7 |
| October | 6 |
| November | 0 |
| December | 0 |
