Water Veneer
Common NameWater Veneer
Scientific NameElophila difflualis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyAcentropinae
Wingspan (mm)17
Primary Colorsbrown, white, grey
HabitatAquatic environments such as ponds, lakes, slow-moving rivers, and fens
Geographic RangeWidespread across Europe and parts of Asia
Host PlantsPotamogeton, Sparganium, Nuphar, Nymphaea
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are fully aquatic, living in silken cases on submerged parts of host plants where they feed on leaves. Pupation occurs underwater within a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive mottled brown and white forewing pattern, particularly the wavy white subterminal line. Its association with aquatic habitats is a key indicator.
Description
A small moth with mottled forewings featuring a complex pattern of dark brown, light brown, and white patches, often with a distinct wavy white subterminal line and a dark discal spot.
