Limnaecia phragmitella

    Bulrush Down Moth

    CosmopterigidaeABH 34.004 B&F 898

    Common, though restricted to lowland areas having at least some wetland, understandably so as larvae of this moth feed on bulrushes.  The larvae easily be recorded from the foodplant, but the moth also comes to light readily.

    Adult Verification Grade: 1

    Bulrush Cosmet (Limnaecia phragmitella) photographed in Somerset by Jenny Vickers
    Bulrush Cosmet (Limnaecia phragmitella) photographed in Somerset by Sue Davies
    Bulrush Cosmet (Limnaecia phragmitella) photographed in Somerset by Jenny Vickers
    Bulrush Cosmet (Limnaecia phragmitella) photographed in Somerset by Paul Wilkins
    Bulrush Cosmet (Limnaecia phragmitella) photographed in Somerset by Jenny Vickers
    Bulrush Cosmet (Limnaecia phragmitella) photographed in Somerset by Paul Wilkins