Wing length 4.5 - 6.5mm

Forewings Reddish-Brown with white tornal & costal spots.

Other Caryocolum sp. 

Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.

Coastal areas, grassland, heathland, woodland, hedgerows & scrubland.

Larvae feed on species of Stitchwort & Mouse-Ears.

Adult: Mid-June to early September

Larvae: April to May

Local

Rare In Leicestershire & Rutland