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72.042 ~ 2039 ~ Red-necked Footman ~
Atolmis rubricollis
UK Status
Resident. Local S,WC,(N)
Montgomeryshire Status
A fairly common species.
Wingspan :
M & F, 28-36mm.
Confusion species
None.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaved woodland and conifer plantations.
Foodplant
Lichens and green algae growing on trees.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in a cocoon formed in the debris. Larva August-October.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by PRW, 20th June 2012, Commins Coch
Photo by GO, 25th May 2017, Llanymynech
Photo by PB, 26th Aug 2009, Cors Dyfi