Merrifieldia baliodactylus, (Zeller, 1841)

General Information

Wilted stems of Marjoram often betray the presence of larvae.

Wingspan: 20-27mm.
Foodplant(s): Wild Marjoram (Origanum vulgare)
Flying: One generation, July-August
National status:

Habitat

Hillsides and waste ground generally on calcareous soils.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Zabardo, Western Rhodopi Mountains, 22nd June 2015.

White Plume Moth Pterophorus pentadactyla

05506 Merrifieldia baliodactylus, (Zeller, 1841)