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 ...
Marsh Marigold Moth
Micropterix calthella
LEPIDOPTERA | Micropterigoidea
Micropterigidae (Mandibulate Archaic Moths)
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Checklist ref. 1.005
Designation:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 'micro-moth'
Status:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â common and widely distributed
Typical habitat:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â damp woodland rides, clearings, meadows
Larval foodplant:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â young shoots of herbaceous plants
Flight behaviour:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â active by day, adults feed on pollen in shade
Flight season:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â May - June
Note:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â this species is very small with a wing span of no more than 7-10mm
Sandy Lane (horse fields track), Three Legged Cross, East Dorset | May 22
Sandy Lane (horse fields track), Three Legged Cross, East Dorset | May 22
