UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
Can be quite a common species, mainly found in the eastern half of the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 30-40mm.
Confusion
species
Beaded Chestnut. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaf woodland, heathland, parkland, scrub, moorland, hedgerows,
wet places and gardens.
Foodplant
Herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as an egg. Larva April-early June, feeding at night.
Pupates under the soil in a strong cocoon. |
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