143 Nematopogon metaxella

Single-brooded, overwinters as a larva

Usual larval stage August to April

Adult forewing - around 7 to 8mm. Flies in June and July

Larval foodplants : Dead leaves and a range of herbaceous plants

Not currently available on this website. For examples of a larva, cocoon and adults see:-

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