Tortricidae

49.149 White-shouldered Marble Apotomis turbidana Hübner, [1825]

Common

Similar species:

Forewing: 9 to 10.5mm

Habitats: Birch woodland, parkland, scrub, heathland and mosses.

Habits: The moth rests on tree trunks and foliage during the day. It flies at dusk and later comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on the spun leaves of birches. It pupates in the larval feeding place or between freshly spun leaves.