This micro was in last night's trap (one of 15 species). From its posture and size (c.6mm) it resembles either a parornix or caloptilia, although I accept that I am very likely to be totally wrong. However, I can tell you that it is a lively little fellow and took me an age to take its photo.
Any help to give this moth a name will be very welcome. If it becomes necessary, I will retain the moth and 'look at its bits'.
Huw
Help with ID.
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Re: Help with ID.
Hi Huw,
I might be completely wrong as well, but I think it is Leek Moth Acrolepiopsis assectella.
If you trapped it on your allotment, it might be that you need to check your leeks.
Mel.
I might be completely wrong as well, but I think it is Leek Moth Acrolepiopsis assectella.
If you trapped it on your allotment, it might be that you need to check your leeks.
Mel.
Re: Help with ID.
Hi Huw
I agree with Mel, Acrolepiopsis assectella
Regards
Steve
I agree with Mel, Acrolepiopsis assectella
Regards
Steve
Re: Help with ID.
Thank you Mel and Steve.
I shouldn't admit this but I have not only trapped this moth before at my home but identified it correctly as well! Age does not come alone!
Surprisingly perhaps but I have never trapped this species on my allotment, although its presence, at least its larva, caused considerable damage to the leeks last year. We all have our fingers crossed for this year.
Huw
I shouldn't admit this but I have not only trapped this moth before at my home but identified it correctly as well! Age does not come alone!
Surprisingly perhaps but I have never trapped this species on my allotment, although its presence, at least its larva, caused considerable damage to the leeks last year. We all have our fingers crossed for this year.
Huw
Re: Help with ID.
I suspect you might never plug this 'leak' Huw
Steve
Steve