63.054 (BF1409a)

Box-tree Moth   

Cydalima perspectalis
Micro
Crambidae
Adult: 1
Migrant. Adventive. D&G status uncertain at present. Rare.

Identification

Usually distinctive.

Recording method

Attracted to light.

Life Cycle

Larvae August to June. Adults fly May to October.

Larval foodplants

Box (Buxus spp.)

Habitat

Gardens and parks.

History

The first record for D&G was one to light at Glasserton (VC74) on 7 October 2023. One to light  at Blackcraig (VC73) on 9 October 2023.

record(s) from hectad(s) in D&G

VC74 VC73 VC72
Last recorded

 UK Moths website - further information on species (with photos)

 East Scotland Butterfly Conservation website - national distribution maps and phenology

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