The larvae feed in a portable case on Greater Stitchwort Stellaria holostea and other species outside the county. Great care needs to be taken to check that it is the case of this species and not the close relative Coleophora lithargyrinella. There are slight differences in feeding and the final instar case.

Verification Grade Comment: Photo of case must show keel and mouth angle

	Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required

	Case: A good quality photo or specimen of the case and plant/pabulum is required.

Recorded in 6 (27%) of 22 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1986. Last Recorded in 2024. Additional Stats

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