Twenty-plume Moth - Alucita hexadactyla
Alt Name
Many-plumed Moth
Description
Wingspan 14-16 mm. The English name of this unusual little moth is something of a misnomer, as each wing is separated into 6 'plumes'. The scientific name is more accurate, meaning 'six-fingered'. It is the only British member of its family.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Gardens and open woodland.
When to see it
It can be found in the adult stage at almost any time of year, it is nocturnal and attracted to light.
Life History
The larva feeds on the leaves and buds of Honeysuckle.
UK Status
It is fairly common throughout Britain. In the Butterfly Conservation’s Microlepidoptera Report 2011 this species was classified as common.
VC55 Status
Fairly common in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = A (common and resident)
Reference
44.001 BF1288
Leicestershire & Rutland Map
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