UKMoths Monochroa palustrellus - Distribution map
Please note that the NBN Gateway map service has been terminated as of 1 April 2017.
As soon as a replacement map service is available, distribution maps will hopefully appear here again.
In the meantime, you can get some idea of distribution from the NBN Atlas website.
35.073 BF737
Monochroa palustrellus
(Douglas, 1850)
Wingspan 15-19 mm.
Occupying dry sandy areas and distributed locally in the south-east of England, this is a fairly distinctive Gelechiid moth. It can be recognised by the noticeable dark and pale streaking and the pale-ringed dark spot on the forewing at two-thirds.
The larva feeds on dock (Rumex), particularly curled dock (R. crispus), feeding internally on the roots and stems.
The moths fly between June and August and are attracted to light.
More images
