| 73.353 ~ 2130 ~ Dotted Clay ~ Xestia baja | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 38-44mm. Confusion species Six-striped Rustic, Neglected Rustic and Cousin German. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Woodland, heathland, hedgerows, scrubby grassland, wet places and gardens. Foodplant A wide range of herbaceous plants. Lifestage data Overwinters as a small larva. Larva August-May, feeding mainly at night. Pupates just below the soil. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 12th July 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PB, 24th July 2011, Morben ISAF |
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