Pyralidae : Phycitinae
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Phycita roborella

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)1452 / 62.029

General comments:
Widespread and common.

Often mistaken for other species, though males can sometimes be recognised by the presence of a patch of reflective scales on the side of the abdomen just below and forward of the wing bases. Males have a patch of jet black anal scales which are very hard to see unless dissecting the genitalia - at which point they usually detach and become obvious. The adult is regular in garden light traps.

Recorded in 34 (83%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1885.
Last Recorded in 2023.
Additional Stats

Dioryctria abietella | Hypochalcia ahenella >

List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
24/09/2023120TL31 - Hertford
10/09/2023121TQ18 - Harrow / Wembley / Ealing
09/09/2023221TQ28 - Hendon / Hampstead / Camden
09/09/2023221TQ08 - Uxbridge
08/09/2023121TQ18 - Harrow / Wembley / Ealing
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Wingspan: 24-29 mm.
Flight: July and August.
Foodplant:   Oak.
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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