UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
An uncommon species found at a few scattered sites across the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 15-18mm.
Confusion
species
Thyme Pug. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Mainly in pine forests and plantations or anywhere that pine is
abundant.
Foodplant
Mainly Scots pine.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in a flimsy cocoon in loose soil. Larva mid
June-mid September. |
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