Status
Scarce.
Woodland, Carr woodland and fens.
Records from Breckland and the Broads.
Similar to M. tunbergella, but less distinctly marked and easily distinguished by its black head.
Micropterix are unusual in that the adults have fully functional mouthparts, and feed on pollen.Recorded in 12 (16%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1874.
Last Recorded in 2022. |