Chrysocrambus linetella

Checklist Number
63.105 [B&F: 1319]

Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure

Classification

Family:Crambidae
Subfamily:Crambinae
Genus:Chrysocrambus
Species:linetella
Authority:(Fabricius, 1781)

Very rare immigrant (less than 10 previous UK records) from mainland Europe. There has been just one documented record to date, from Kent. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 20-27 mm. Could be overlooked as Thisanotia chrysonuchella.