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Hantsmoths
The Lepidoptera (Moths and Butterflies) of Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Photo © Dave Green
Scarce Goldenrod Plume
Hellinsia chrysocomae
Checklist Number
45.042 [B&F: 1521]
Verification
Record requires retention of specimen until confirmed, and may require dissection. Consult with CMR if unsure
Classification
Family:
Pterophoridae
Subfamily:
Pterophorinae
Genus:
Hellinsia
Species:
chrysocomae
Authority:
(Ragonot, 1875)
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Introduction
Endangered (proposed as a future Red Data Book species) in woodland in south-eastern England. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Larva feeds on Goldenrod, Common Ragwort and Goldilocks Aster.
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