UK Status
Resident. Local W,WC,(S,N).
Montgomeryshire
Status
An uncommon and local species, but it has been recorded throughout much
of the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 31-38mm.
Confusion
species
Grey Birch, Brindled White-spot. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Dense scrub and rocky coastlines.
Foodplant
Lichens.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva. Larva late August-May. Pupates in a cocoon
amongst the lichen. |
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