| 73.037 ~ 2283 ~ Dark Dagger ~ Acronicta tridens | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common S. Local N. Montgomeryshire Status Probably a fairly common species (see note for the Dark/Grey Dagger agg.). Wingspan : M & F, 35-43mm. Confusion species Grey Dagger. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Many habitats, especially woodland and fens. Foodplant A wide range of broadleaf trees and shrubs. Lifestage data Overwinters as a pupa in a cocoon spun under loose bark, in a crevice or under rotten wood. Larva July-October. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by DB, 15th July 2012, Middletown |
 Photo by DB, 15th July 2012, Middletown Pic shows male genitalia |
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