| 70.243 ~ 1922 ~ Swallow-tailed Moth ~ Ourapteryx sambucaria | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 50-62mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Woodland, scrub, hedgerows, parks, gardens and urban areas. Foodplant A wide range of woody plants. Lifestage data Overwinters as a larva in crevices on the bark. Larva late August-early June. Pupates in a loose cocoon on the foodplant. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 4th July 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PB, 10th July 2010, Morben ISAF |
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