| 73.195 ~ 2259 ~ Dark Chestnut ~ Conistra ligula | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common C,S,(N). Montgomeryshire Status A much more uncommon species than the Chestnut, although it has been recorded throughout the county. This species will almost certainly often be overlooked amongst the various forms of Chestnut in the trap. Wingspan : M & F, 30-38mm. Confusion species Chestnut. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Woodland and more open areas. Foodplant Sallows, birch, hawthorn, blackthorn, docks and dandelion. Lifestage data Overwinters as an adult, mating takes place during this time. Larva April-June, feeding at night. Pupates in a loose earthen cocoon underground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 30th Oct 2009, Llanfyllin |
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