UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 34-40mm.
Confusion
species
Small Quaker and Blossom Underwing. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
A wide range of habitats, mainly up to a mid altitude, especially
woodland.
Foodplant
A wide range of broadleaf trees.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in an underground cocoon. Larva
April-June, living at first in developing buds then in spun shoots or
leaves. |
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