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72.02 ~ 2060 ~ White Ermine ~
Spilosoma lubricipeda
UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire Status
A very common species, which is found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 34-48mm.
Confusion species
Water Ermine, Buff Ermine and Muslin Moth.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Most habitats.
Foodplant
A wide range of herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in a cocoon formed in the debris. Larva July-September.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by MDH, 18th May 2010, Llanfyllin
Photo by PB, 29th Aug 2012, Morben ISAF
Photo by MW, 2nd July 2013,Cors Dyfi
Eggs
Photo by MW, 2nd July 2013,Cors Dyfi
1 day old larva
Photo by CB, 25th June 2015, Middletown