Tortricidae

49.249 Black-marked Tortrix Epinotia ramella (Linnaeus, 1758)

Common

Similar species:

Forewing: 6 to 7.5mm

Habitats: Woodland, scrub, heathland, moorland, bogs and mosses.

Habits: The moth is easily disturbed from tree trunks, twigs and foliage during the day. It flies towards dusk and later comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds in the twigs and catkins of birches.