Oecophoridae

28.013 Plain Bark Moth Crassa tinctella (Hübner, 1796)

Notable B

Similar species:

Forewing: 6.5 to 7.5mm

Habitats: Deciduous woodland, heathland, marshes, fens and river-banks.

Habits: The moth flies in the evening and later comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva has been recorded from moss and lichen on willow trees and dead wood under decaying elm bark. Pupation probably takes place under bark or amongst moss.