Mompha propinquella (White-headed Mompha) - Norfolk Micro Moths

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Mompha propinquella

White-headed Mompha

(Stainton, 1851)	888 / 40.004
=Marbled Mompha*

Norfolk status
Common.
Similar to previous species distinguished by white head and thorax.
Open woodland, waste ground and gardens.

Recorded in 39 (53%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1874.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Wingspan:	11-12.5mm
Flight:	June - Sept.
Foodplant:	Great Willowherb, Broad-leaved Willowherb
Nat Status:	Local
Verification Grade: Adult: 2

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