Coleophora potentillae

    Shaded Case-bearer

    ColeophoridaeABH 37.027 B&F 513

    This moth is usually recorded by finding its larval cases, which are usually found in Somerset on agrimony, though also on bramble and salad burnet.  Eight records to date, scattered across the county, with none west of Taunton or north of the Mendips.

    Adult Verification Grade: 4

    Case Verification Grade: C2

    Shaded Case-bearer (Coleophora potentillae) photographed in Somerset by Jenny Vickers
    Shaded Case-bearer (Coleophora potentillae) photographed in Somerset by Jenny Vickers