Coleophora tamesis
Coleophora tamesis
37.07 BF583
Wingspan 11-14 mm.
The eggs of this species are laid on the florets of Jointed Rush.
The larva forms a case from silk and the remains if the seed capsule, 6-7mm in length. The larvae overwinter, away from the feeding places, and pupation occurs in May and June, with the adults emerging from mid-June to August.
The moth is found in damp locations throughout the British Isles.
The eggs of this species are laid on the florets of Jointed Rush.
The larva forms a case from silk and the remains if the seed capsule, 6-7mm in length. The larvae overwinter, away from the feeding places, and pupation occurs in May and June, with the adults emerging from mid-June to August.
The moth is found in damp locations throughout the British Isles.
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 1 |
| February | 0 |
| March | 0 |
| April | 0 |
| May | 2 |
| June | 26 |
| July | 53 |
| August | 3 |
| September | 0 |
| October | 2 |
| November | 0 |
| December | 0 |
