Identification

Very similar to Phycitodes binaevella, P.maritima and Homoeosoma nebulella and H.nimbella. Larger than the other Phyticodes species but genital dissection suggested for confident identification.

Recording Method

Attracted to light.

Flight period

May-October.

Larval foodplant

Composit flower heads including chamomiles, mayweeds and fleabanes.

Habitat

Coastal habitats.

History

The first for Dumfries & Galloway was found in Colvend parish, Kirkcudbrightshire, during 1879 by Francis Buchanan White, while the first for Wigtownshire was found near Monreith during July 1899 by K. J. Morton, specimens at National Museums Scotland. No records from Dumfriesshire.