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73.047 ~ 2291 ~ Coronet ~
Craniophora ligustri
UK Status
Resident. Local
Montgomeryshire Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 35-43mm.
Confusion species
Knot Grass and Poplar Grey.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Woodland and scrub, often in wet or boggy places.
Foodplant
Ash and wild privet and occasionally alder and hazel.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in a strong cocoon in the leaf litter. Larva July-September.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by MDH, 25th June 2009, Llanfyllin
Photo by MDH, 23rd Aug 2009, Llanfyllin
Photo by JM, July 2010, Lake Vyrnwy