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69.016 ~ 1991 ~ Elephant Hawk-moth ~
Deilephila elpenor
UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 62-72mm.
Confusion species
None.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Most sites where the foodplant is found.
Foodplant
Willowherbs and bedstraws.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa just below the soil in a flimsy cocoon. Larva late June-September.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by MDH, 5th June 2009, Llanfyllin
Photo by PRW, Aug 2008, Commins Coch
Photo by PRW, 19th July 2009, Commins Coch
Pic shows green form of larva.