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73.033 ~ 2020 ~ Figure of Eight ~ Diloba caeruleocephala
UK Status

Resident. Common S,C(N).

Montgomeryshire Status

A fairly uncommon species, but it has been recorded from much of the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 34-40mm.

Confusion species

Figure of Eighty and Poplar Lutestring.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)

Habitat

Most areas where foodplant is found.

Foodplant

Blackthorn, hawthorn, crab apple, fruit trees and wild roses.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as egg (laid in small batches on twigs of foodplant). Larva late Apr-mid July. Pupates in cocoon formed in leaf litter or just under soil.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by RB, 2nd Oct 2002, Llwynderw

Photo by PRW, 23rd Oct 2010, Dolforwyn Woods

Photo by PRW, 23rd Oct 2010, Dolforwyn Woods

Photo by PR, 27th Sept 2013, Abermule

Photo by MDH, 16th Oct 2014, Llanfyllin