UK Status
Resident. Nat. Scarce A WC
Montgomeryshire
Status
This 'Nationally Scarce A' species has been recorded in a few scattered sites in the west and north of the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 35-40mm.
Confusion
species
None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Rocky and craggy sites, mountain sides and quarries.
Foodplant
Many herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a small larva. Larva August-June, feeding
mainly at night. Pupates in a slight cocoon under the moss, rocks or
just below the soil. |
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