B&F: 0149

ABH: 7.007

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  Woodland, mature hedgerows

Wingspan:  14-16mm

Flight Period:  Mid-March - early May

Observations:  The larva feeds initially within Sallow catkins, then falling to continue within leaf litter on the ground, forming a case. Adults are diurnal and may be seen towards the tops of Sallow trees, around the catkins, in sunshine.

Confusion Species: Usually no confusion given the early flight period for this species

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  1927, KDNHS