UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
Resident. An uncommon species found at scattered sites throughout the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 17-22mm.
Confusion
species
Wormwood Pug, Ling Pug. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Gardens, allotments, hedgerows and open woodland.
Foodplant
Wild hop, blackcurrant and redcurrant.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in loose soil. Larva early June-late July and late August-September. |
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