Seq # 265430020

Chionodes distinctella (Zeller, 1839) Species

Last modified: May 4, 2024, 7:08 p.m.


A very rare and local species in Belgium with the bulk of observations at the coastal area.


Details

Classification
Family: Gelechiidae > Subfamily: Gelechiinae > Tribus: Gelechiini > Genus: Chionodes > Species: Chionodes distinctella
Vernacular names
Bruine witkoppalpmot (NL), Eastern Groundling (EN)
First mention in Belgium
De Fré Ch. 1858. Catalogue des Microlépidoptères de la Belgique. — Annales de la Société entomologique belge 2: 45–162. On page 132.
Status

Native


Distribution


Imago

Wingspan 12–18 mm.

Museum specimens

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Specimens in nature


Genitalia


Bionomics

The adults become active onwards from late afternoon and later come to light.

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Flight periods

The adults have been seen from early June towards late August. Most observations during July.


Observed on

Host plant (species):
Artemisia campestris

The larva lives on Rumex, Rumex acetosella and Lotus corniculatus. Also Artemisia campestris is mentioned. Probably more host plants are involved.

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Habitat

It inhabits on downland, coastal shingle, sand dunes and other sandy habitats.

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