Pterophoridae

45.005 Goldenrod Plume Platyptilia calodactyla ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

Notable A

Similar species:

Forewing: 9 to 12.5mm

Habitats: Coastal grassland and open woodland clearings.

Habits: The moth is easily disturbed during the day. It flies from dusk and comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva initially feeds in the upper stem of Goldenrod. After overwintering it continues in the base of the stem which sometimes causes distortion and wilting. Several stems may be utilised to complete the larvas growth. It usually pupates low down within the mine, but occasionally between spun leaves.