| 73.194 ~ 2258 ~ Chestnut ~ Conistra vaccinii | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 28-36mm. Confusion species Dark Chestnut, Red-headed Chestnut. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mostly in broadleaf woodland, but also found in scrub, hedgerows and gardens. Foodplant Oak, elm, birch, hawthorn, blackthorn and docks. Lifestage data Overwinters as adult, becoming active in milder periods. Larva late April-June, feed at night. Pupates in loose earthen cocoon underground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 28th Sept 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PB, 2nd Mar 2012, Morben ISAF |
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