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Elachista kilmunella

Stainton, 1849598 / 38.026

Morley’s Final Catalogue: At light Fritton Lake. Aug. 1939.

Recent Status: There are no recent records.

Life Style: This is an upland moor species and the Suffolk record seems unlikely.

Identification: A dark winged species with pale fascia at one third and opposed costal and tornal spots similar to several other species. Identification requires genitalia dissection.

Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required

Recorded in 1 (2%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1939.
Last Recorded in 1939.
Additional Stats

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
August 1939+25TG40 - Belton/Burgh Castle
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Wingspan: 9-11mm
Flight: May - mid August
Foodplant:   Carex (Greater pond-sedge)
Nat Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 4
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