UK Status
Resident. Local
Montgomeryshire
Status
A local and very uncommon species which has only been found recently in the south and west of the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 36-42mm.
Confusion
species
Light Brocade, Pale-shouldered Brocade and Dog's Tooth. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Woodland, heathland, moorland.
Foodplant
A wide range of mainly woody plants, such as birch, oak and heather. It has also been recorded on bracken.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in an underground cocoon. Larva late July-September, feeds at night and during the day. |
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