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73.271 ~ 2163 ~ Broom Moth ~
Ceramica pisi
UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 33-42mm.
Confusion species
Bright-line Brown-eye.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
A range of fairly open places, including gardens.
Foodplant
A wide range of herbaceous and woody plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in an underground cocoon. Larva June-September, feeding at night.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by MDH, 3rd July 2009, Llanfyllin
Photo by MDH, 15th May 2010, Llanfyllin
Photo by PRW, 21st Sept 2008, Commins Coch