Status
Rare coastal species.
Adult rarely seen.
Several adult specimens taken at Yarmouth in September 2015, suggesting a strong population in the area, possibly a second generation occurring in September.
Can resemble other more commone species of Agonopterix.
The larvae feed on Sea-holly, sometimes several larvae together feeding within spun or rolled leaves.
[MBGBI vol4.1 p149]Recorded in 7 (9%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1969.
Last Recorded in 2023. |