UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 39-46mm.
Confusion
species
None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaf woodland, scrub, hedgerows and other well wooded areas including gardens.
Foodplant
Hawthorn, blackthorn, crab apple, dog rose, plum, and rowan.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as egg (laid on twigs or bark of foodplant). Larva Apr-June. Pupates in underground cocoon. |
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