| 73.069 ~ 2243 ~ Early Grey ~ Xylocampa areola | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 32-40mm. Confusion species Shears and Glaucous Shears. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Broadleaf woodland, scrub, hedgerows and other well wooded areas including gardens. Foodplant Wild and cultivated honeysuckles. Lifestage data Overwinters as a pupa in a strong cocoon underground. Eggs are laid singly on the stems of the plant. Larva April-June, feeding at night. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 12th Mar 2007, Commins Coch |
 Photo by MDH, 17th Mar 2010, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PB, 12th Mar 2012, Morben ISAF |