63.066 BF1333 – Crambidae – Scopariinae – Scoparia pyralella

Crambidae – Scopariinae – Scoparia pyralella – Meadow Grey

STATUS – Fairly common and widespread species in the county.

ID POINTERS – One of several in the group that can be tricky to identify. A short and broad appearance with ochreous-brown markings, forming contrasting bands across a pale greyish-white forewing.

FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing during June – July

IMAGES – Belper, Derbyshire – Dave Evans©

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