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Small World Discoveries
by Tony Enticknap - tickspics
Taking a close look at insects and other small species that can be found in and around East Dorset and the New Forest ...
Common Drill
Dichrorampha petiverella
LEPIDOPTERA | Tortricoidea
Tortricidae (Tortricid Leafroller Moths) > Olethreutinae > Grapholitini
Checklist ref. 49.321
Designation: 'micro-moth'
Status: common and widespread across England and Wales, local in Scotland
Typical habitat: grassland, meadows
Larval foodplant:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â in the roots of Tansy, Yarrow or Sneezewort
Flight behaviour: flies in the afternoon and evening
Flight season: May - August
Three Legged Cross, East Dorset | June 21
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