Crambidae

63.106 Lattice Grass-moth Chrysocrambus craterella (Scopoli, 1763)

Immigrant

Similar species:

Forewing: 9 to 11mm

Habitats: Grasslands.

Habits: There are 19th Century records only. The moth is easily disturbed during the day. It is nocturnal and comes to light.

Foodplant: The early stages have not been recorded in Britain. On the European mainland it is associated with fescues.