Coleophora chalcogrammella
Checklist Number37.045 [B&F: 0528]
Verification
Record will require further evidence, at least a good photograph, unless CMR is aware recorder has confidence in identification
Classification
| Family: | Coleophoridae |
| Subfamily: | Coleophorinae |
| Genus: | Coleophora |
| Species: | chalcogrammella |
| Authority: | Zeller, 1839 |
Endangered (proposed as a future Red Data Book species) on calcareous grassland and dry sandy areas in eastern England. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 8-10 mm. Day-flying. Larva mines leaves of Lesser Stitchwort and Field Mouse-ear, living and feeding within a movable case; case length 6 mm.
