63.054 BF1409a – Crambidae – Spilomelinae – Cydalima perspectalis
Crambidae – Spilomelinae – Cydalima perspectalis – Box-tree Moth
STATUS – A recent invasive most probably introduced with imported Buxus plants via garden centres or range expansion. 1st recorded in Britain in 2007, gradually becoming a pest species on Box (Buxus) plants. 2023 – Extremely widespread in the county, especially in the south.
ID POINTERS – Diagnostic.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing during June – August
IMAGES – Melbourne – September 2023 – Tony Davison© / Findern, Derbyshire – Brian Hallam©
