UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 50-64mm.
Confusion
species
Lesser Swallow Prominent. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Woodland, poplar plantations, hedgerows, scrub, carr, parkland and
gardens.
Foodplant
Poplars, aspen, willows and sallows.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa underground. Larva June-July and late
August-September. |
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