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Epiblema scutulana
Thistle Root-borer ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)
Tortricidae: Olethreutinae
1184 / 49.285
Photo © Mike Braid,  Stowford, Chittlehampton May 2023

Similar Devon Species
Knapweed Root-borer
Epiblema cirsiana
Wingspan: 18-23mm
Flight: May - July
Foodplant:   Musk Thistle, Spear Thistle
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2

Recorded in 36 (38%) of 95 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1979.
Last Recorded in 2023.
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
15/08/202313SX56 - South Devon
14/06/202313SX56 - South Devon
11/06/202313SX86 - South Devon
10/06/202313SY18 - South Devon
09/06/202313SX65 - South Devon
Further info: Epiblema scutulana
 
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