Hantsmoths

Local in woodland edges, downland, scrub and fens throughout much of England and Wales. In Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight very local, most often seen in daylight flying around hedgerows in suitable habitat in scattered locations across the county, although most common on the downland of central Hampshire south to Botley Wood, and west Wight; apparently absent from the New Forest. Wingspan 11-14 mm. The larva is primarily associated with the flowers and seeds of Wild Privet, subsequently feeding in the fallen leaves, living within a movable case.