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73.186 ~ 2267 ~ Beaded Chestnut ~ Agrochola lychnidis
UK Status

Resident. Common S,C,(N).

Montgomeryshire Status

A fairly common species especially in the east of the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 34-44mm.

Confusion species

Brown-spot Pinion, Lunar Underwing, Chestnut and Flounced Chestnut.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)


Habitat

Most habitats.

Foodplant

Herbaceous plants.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as an egg. Larva Late March-June, feeding mostly at night. Pupates in a brittle cocoon underground.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by MDH, 20th Sept 2008, Llanfyllin