| 66.008 ~ 1638 ~ Fox Moth ~ Macrothylacia rubi | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status Common and widespread on the western side of the county, less common from the eastern half. Wingspan : M & F, 48-72mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Heathland, moorland, downland, coastal grassland, sand-dunes, meadows and open woodland. Foodplant Heathers, willows, creeping bilberry, bramble and meadowsweet. Lifestage data Overwinters as full grown larva. Larva Jun-Apr, feed until Sept. Pupates in cocoon near ground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 2nd June 2008, Commins Coch |
 Photo by AT, 3rd June 2011, Derwenlas Pic shows eggs. |
 Photo by PB, 2nd Oct 2007, Cors Dyfi |
 Photo by AT, 11th June 2011, Derwenlas Pic shows young larva |
 Photo by PB, 16th Aug 2012, Morben ISAF Early instar |
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