| 2250 ~ Dark Brocade ~ Mniotype adusta | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A rather local species, but it is found many sites across the county. Wingspan : M & F, 42-48mm. Confusion species Cabbage Moth, Northern Arches, Exile, Dusky Brocade and Pale-shouldered Brocade. |
Flight
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  Habitat Heathland, chalk downland, woodland, fens and gardens. Foodplant A range of herbaceous and woody plants. Lifestage data Overwinters as a fully grown larva, in an underground cocoon in which it pupates in the spring. Larva June-September, feeding at night. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 26th May 2009, Commins Coch |
 Photo by MDH, 18th May 2010, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by MDH, 19th May 2010, Llanfyllin |