Argyresthia laevigatella

    Larch-boring Argent

    ArgyresthiidaeABH 20.001 B&F 401

    The larvae feed on larch, which is a species of upland plantations in Somerset, a habitat rarely surveyed by lepidopterists.  Rare – though likely under-recorded – with four records: West Luccombe (1997), Churchill (1988), Williton (1985) and a vague record for ST45 (Mendips - 1980).

    Adult Verification Grade: 4