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3.005 ~ 14 ~ Ghost Moth ~
Hepialus humuli
UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire Status
A common and widespread species found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 44-48mm.
Confusion species
None.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Grassy and open places especially woodland rides and clearings with thick vegetation.
Foodplant
The roots of grasses and many other herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters probably twice as a larva. Larva July-May.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by PRW, 21st June 2007, Commins Coch
Photo by DB, 27th May 2011, Middletown
Pic shows a male.
Photo by MDH, 4th July 2011, Llanfyllin
Pic shows a female.