Scythris picaepennis (Haworth, 1828) Species
Last modified: Feb. 24, 2023, 3:32 p.m.
A very rare species in Belgium, only known from NA and WV.
Details
- Classification
- Family: Scythrididae > Genus: Scythris > Species: Scythris picaepennis
- Vernacular names
- Goudstippelige dikkopmot (NL), White-dusted Owlet (EN)
- Synonyms
- Scythris senescens (Stainton, 1850)
- First mention in Belgium
- Anonymous 1902. Varia. — Revue mensuelle de la Société entomologique namuroise 2: 4, 12. On page 4.
- Status
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Native
Distribution
Imago
Wingspan: 12–14 mm.
As with many members of this family, studying the genitalia is necessary. Females however showing white abdomen underside with dark last segment.
Museum specimens
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Bionomics
In May, the larva spins a web almost completely covering the food plant and extending into the ground.
The adults like to rest during daytime on yellow flowers.
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Flight periods
One generation a year: July.
Observed on
- Host plant (species):
- Lotus corniculatus, Thymus drucei and Succisa pratensis
- Host plant (genera):
- Helianthemum and Plantago
Polyphagous on: Lotus corniculatus, Thymus polytrichus or Thymus sp.
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Habitat
Xerothermic, grassy areas on chalk or limestone, but also on sandy soil.
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