Straw Dot (Rivula sericealis, (Scopoli, 1763))

General Information

Pupates in a cocoon spun between blades of grass.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-15mm.
Foodplant(s): False Brome (Brachypodium sylvaticum), Tor-grass (Brachypodium pinnatum), Purple Moor-grass (Molinia caerulea), grasses
Flying: One/two generations, June-July and August-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Many habitats, damp meadows and woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

09008 Straw Dot Rivula sericealis, (Scopoli, 1763)

BF2474 (ABH72.002)