Streak (Chesias legatella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.

Forewing length: 17-19mm.
Foodplant(s): Broom (Cytisus scoparius)
Flying: One generation, September-early November
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Heathland and open woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Broom-tip Chesias rufata

08609 Streak Chesias legatella, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF1864 (ABH70.195)