Micropterix aureatella
B&F 3 RES 1.003
Yellow-barred Gold
DistributionPhenologyReporting RatePhotos
Uncommon resident. Found in woodland and heathland habitats with neutral and acid soils, often amongst Bilberry. As a result it is very rare in VC15 (East Kent), with the majority of records from VC16 (West Kent) in the area between Mereworth, Sevenoaks and Westerham.
Flies in sunshine and is attracted to a variety of flowers including sedges (Carex sp.) and Pinus sylvestris.
Woodland and heathland habitats with neutral and acid soils
Grade 1 — adults are generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species, but records outside documented range or flight period may require photos.
Distribution Map
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Phenology
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Reporting Rate
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Photo Gallery
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