Dolicharthria punctalis
Long-legged Pearl
Long-legged Pearl
Dolicharthria punctalis
Long-legged Pearl
63.05 BF1399
Wingspan 22-27 mm.
This rather scarce species occurs on the south-west coasts of England and Wales and in the Channel Islands.
The adult is noticeably long-legged and flies from July to August, from dusk onwards, when it can be attracted to light.
The larvae feed on a variety of dead and decaying plant matter.
Flight period
| Month | Records |
|---|---|
| January | 0 |
| February | 0 |
| March | 0 |
| April | 1 |
| May | 0 |
| June | 8 |
| July | 14 |
| August | 2 |
| September | 7 |
| October | 0 |
| November | 0 |
| December | 0 |
