| 70.205 ~ 1884 ~ Magpie ~ Abraxas grossulariata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A fairly common species, especially in the eastern half of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 42-48mm. Confusion species Clouded Magpie. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mainly in heather moorland, but also found in woodlands gardens and allotments. Foodplant Blackthorn, hazel, blackcurrant, spindle and many other trees and shrubs. Lifestage data Overwinters on foodplant as small larva. Larva late August-mid June. Pupates in a cocoon on the plant. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 20th Aug 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by DB, 18th July 2011, Middletown |
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