UK Status
Resident. Common S,C.
Montgomeryshire
Status
A local species found mainly in the south and east of the county, but can be a fairly common where found.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 15-20mm.
Confusion
species
None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Woodland, hedgerows, scrub and gardens.
Foodplant
Hawthorn, blackthorn, apple, plum and pear.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a small larva. Larva August-June. Pupates attached to a
twig in a cocoon. |
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