Scythris potentillella (Zeller, 1847) Species
Last modified: Dec. 11, 2023, 4:01 p.m.
First observation for Belgium was in 2008. Still a very rare species, mainly distributed in the eastern provinces of Belgium.
Details
- Classification
- Family: Scythrididae > Genus: Scythris > Species: Scythris potentillella
- Vernacular names
- Tijmdikkopmot (NL)
- First mention in Belgium
- Groenen F. 2009. Scythris potentillella (Lepidoptera: Scythrididae), a new species for the Belgian fauna. — Phegea 37(3): 94–96. On page 94. view page
- Status
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Native
Distribution
Imago
Wingspan: 12 mm.
Museum specimens
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Genitalia
Bionomics
The larva spins a silken web along the stem of the foodplant, leading into the ground where it hides when disturbed.
Adults like to rest during daytime on the flowers of e.g. Jasione montana or Convolvulus arvense.
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Flight periods
One generation a year: mainly June–July, but sometimes onwards from late April till mid August.
Observed on
- Host plant (species):
- Rumex acetosella and Rumex acetosa
Oligophagous on Rumex.
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Habitat
Dry sandy soil.
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