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73.25 ~ 2189 ~ Twin-spotted Quaker ~
Anorthoa munda
UK Status
Resident. Common S,C,(N).
Montgomeryshire Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 38-44mm.
Confusion species
Clouded Drab.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaved woodland.
Foodplant
A wide range of broadleaf trees and woody shrubs.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in an underground cocoon. Larva April-June, feeding at night.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by PRW, 10th Mar 2007, Commins Coch
Photo by MDH, 19th Mar 2010, Llanfyllin
Photo by MDH, 19th Mar 2010, Llanfyllin
Photo by PRW, 6th Apr 2010, Commins Coch