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72.037 ~ 2035 ~ Round-winged muslin ~ Thumatha senex
UK Status

Resident. Common S,C(N).

Montgomeryshire Status

A locally common species that seems to have a stronghold in the extreme west and extreme east of the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 20-22mm.

Confusion species

Muslin Footman.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)

Habitat

Fens, marshes and other wet places.

Foodplant

Lichens.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a small larva. Larva late August-May. Pupates in a cocoon amongst vegetation on or near the ground.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 27th July 2008, Commins Coch

Photo by PB, 11th July 2010, Morben ISAF