Coleophora tamesis

    Jointed Rush Case-bearer

    ColeophoridaeABH 37.07 B&F 583

    A single record, from Shapwick Heath in 1994.  Whilst the moth is rare, the larval foodplant Jointed Rush Juncus articulatus is not, being found in every 10 km square in the county and especially well distributed in the Gordano Valley, parts of the Levels and Exmoor.

    Adult Verification Grade: 4

    Case Verification Grade: C2