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70.192 ~ 1867 ~ Treble-bar ~ Aplocera plagiata
UK Status

Resident. Common N.

Montgomeryshire Status

A fairly uncommon species that is only ever recorded in very low numbers, but it has been found in much of the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 37-43mm.

Confusion species

Lesser treble-bar.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)

Habitat

Most habitats.

Foodplant

St. John's-worts.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a larva. Larva September-May and late June-early August. Pupates underground.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by MDH, 21st Aug 2009, Llanfyllin

Photo by DB, 9th June 2014, Middletown