Blastobasis adustella Blastobasidae

ABH 41.002
B&F 873   *   Blastobasis adustella


Widespread, common
Wingspan: 15-20mm

Flight time: July-September
Found throughout

The larvae feed on dead or decaying vegetable matter, bird droppings and conifer foliage. Identification needs confirming


Blastobasis adustella

Blastobasis adustella
Blastobasis adustella
Parkstone, Dorset. September 2011. Larva August 2016

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