UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
An uncommon species but has been recorded in most of the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 28-31mm.
Confusion
species
The male Dark Bordered Beauty. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Rides and clearings in damp woodlands, also found in some gardens.
Foodplant
Sallows, grey willow, black poplar, alder and hazel.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as an egg on the foodplant. Larva early May-mid July.
Pupates amongst leaves around the foodplant. |
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