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70.027 ~ 1693 ~ Cream Wave ~
Scopula floslactata
UK Status
Resident. Local S,C.
Montgomeryshire Status
Fairly common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 29-33mm.
Confusion species
Smoky Wave and Lesser Cream Wave
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaved woodland, damp grassland and gardens.
Foodplant
Bedstraw, woodruff and bush vetch.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a fully grown larva. Larva July-April. Pupates in loose soil.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by MDH, 31st May 2010, Llanfyllin
Photo by PRW, 28th May 2010, Commins Coch
Photo by PRW, 4th June 2011, Commins Coch