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73.102 ~ 2302 ~ Brown Rustic ~
Rusina ferruginea
UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire Status
A common species, found throughout the county.
Wingspan :
M & F, 32-40mm.
Confusion species
None.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Mainly broadleaf woodland, but is also found in many other habitats.
Foodplant
Herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a fully grown larva. Larva August-May, feeding at night. Pupates in an underground cocoon.
Montgomeryshire photos
Photo by MDH, 13th June 2008, Llanfyllin
Photo by MDH, 5th June 2010, Llanfyllin
Photo by PRW, 8th June 2010, Commins Coch