| 70.256 ~ 1935 ~ Mottled Umber ~ Erannis defoliaria | ||
|
UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A fairly common species that is overlooked due to its very late/early flight time in the year. Wingspan : M, 40-45mm. F, wingless. Confusion species Scarce Umber and Dotted Border. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mostly broadleaf woodland, but also found in scrub, heathland, moorland, and gardens. Foodplant Many species of broadleaved trees and shrubs. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg on the foodplant. Larva early April-late June. |
|
| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 15th Nov 2008, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PRW, 27th Nov 2006, Commins Coch |
 Photo by PRW, 27th Nov 2006, Commins Coch |
 Photo by PRW, 27th Nov 2006, Commins Coch |
 Photo by PRW, 16th Dec 2006, Commins Coch |
 Photo by PRW, 9th Nov 2008, Commins Coch |
 Photo by PRW, 12th Dec 2015, Commins Coch Melanic form |
 Photo by DB, 7th June 2013, Middletown |
|