UK Status
Resident. Common S,(C).
Montgomeryshire
Status
A very common & sometimes abundant species, which is
found more often in lowland sites throughout the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 32-40mm.
Confusion
species
Common Footman, Buff Footman and Orange Footman. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Fens, marshes and other wet places.
Foodplant
Lichens and green algae growing on trees.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva. Larva mid August-late May. Pupates in the plant
litter. |
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