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UK Status Resident. Local Montgomeryshire Status A local species, generally found at higher altitudes. Recorded mainly from the north and west of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 28-36mm. Confusion species White-line Dart. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Acid heathland and moorland. Foodplant Heather. Lifestage data Overwinters as a small larva. Larva late September-June, feeding mainly at night. Pupates in the debris or just below the soil. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 9th Sept 2007, Commins Coch |
 Photo by mmg, 30th Aug 2014, Pont Llogel |
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