![]() Lep:Acrolepiinae
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Digitivalva perlepidella (Stainton, 1849)
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Food Plant: Inula conyza (Ploughman's-spikenard) Mine: April-May Notes: Mines the lower leaves, making them hollow. The mine is along the midrib and broadens into a blotch (as shown). Pupates in the base of the leaf. Found locally on chalk downs in Southern England. The moth emerged on 19.v.2006. National Status: Nationally Scarce A Bradley No: 471 Data: 07.v.2006, Charlton Kings Common, East Gloucestershire, VC33 Image:© Guy Meredith |
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