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Monopis imella

(Hübner, 1813)231 / 12.040

Phil Sterling (2008): A very local species with a scattered distribution throughout the British Isles. It is most frequently encountered on the coast and is almost always associated with semi-natural habitats. The adult flies at dusk and later comes readily to light. The larva feeds on animal materials such as wool, pelts and in birds’ nests, in open situations. Given the regularity of moth trapping all along the Dorset coast, this moth appears to be restricted to the Isle of Portland, where it... Read More


Additional Stats

Wingspan: 11-14mm
Flight: June - late September
Foodplant:   recorded from bird's nests decaying animals, etc
Nat Status: Nationally Scarce B
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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