UK Status
Migrant. Scattered records
Montgomeryshire
Status
Generally a very uncommon species, but there are scattered records throughout the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 45-56mm.
Confusion
species
Turnip Moth and Dark Sword-grass. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Mainly coastal areas, but is also found in smaller numbers inland.
Foodplant
A wide range of herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Adults that arrive in the spring probably give rise to another
generation in the autumn, although this has rarely been observed |
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