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Rhopobota myrtillana
(Humphreys & Westwood, 1845)1162 / 49.220

Uncommon local species on upland heaths and moors in the north of the region and recently discovered in the Wyre Forest.

On Vaccinium myrtillus with larva feeding in July/August between flatly spun leaves.

Recorded in 14 (10%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2017.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Wingspan: 9 to 12mm
Flight: May and June
Foodplant:   Bilberry
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
24/05/20171VC39 - StaffordshireSJ85
07/06/201650VC39 - StaffordshireSJ94
31/07/20155VC39 - StaffordshireSK06
28/06/20155VC39 - StaffordshireSJ95
07/06/201515VC40 - ShropshireSO39
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