UK Status
Resident. Local
Montgomeryshire
Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 39-46mm.
Confusion
species
Setaceous Hebrew Character and Double Square-spot. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Damp, open broadleaf woodland, occasionally parks and gardens.
Foodplant
Many herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva. Larva August-May, feeding at night. Pupates on
or just below the soil. |
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