Family Tortricidae » Subfamily Tortricinae »Aleimma loeflingiana (Linnaeus, 1758) 49.060 (BF1032)
Forewing length 7-9 mm. Fairly variable in its darker markings, but they are usually diagnostic of the species. The larva feeds on oaks. The adult flies June to August, and is readily attracted to light. Primarily associated with woodland. Mainly found in the southern half of Britain.
Attracted to moth trap, back garden, South Staffordshire. 25th June 2017. Photos © Peter Hillman. Species identification confirmed and recorded by an expert from iRecord.
Nature Journeys 