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Mompha miscella
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)884 / 40.012

The larvae mine leaves of Common Rock-rose Helianthemum nummularium and can be found on the chalk downlands in the south of the county.

Mine: Either the leaf or a good photograph required

Recorded in 7 (32%) of 22 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1992.
Last Recorded in 2024.
Additional Stats

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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
19/06/2024130TL03 - Ampthill, Flitwick, Silsoe
25/05/20233530TL02 - Luton, Sundon, Toddington
04/06/2022730TL02 - Luton, Sundon, Toddington
20/07/2021130SP91 - Whipsnade Downs (West)
11/08/2020130TL12 - Luton (East), Pegsdon Hills
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Wingspan: 7-9mm
Flight: Two overlapping generations Apr - Oct.
Foodplant:   Common Rock-rose, Hoary Rock-rose, White Rock-rose
Nat Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2  Mine: L
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