| 73.109 ~ 2303 ~ Straw Underwing ~ Thalpophila matura | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common S,C,(N). Montgomeryshire Status A species rarely recorded and to date, only in the east of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 38-46mm. Confusion species Hedge Rustic. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Parks, gardens and other open places. Foodplant Grasses. Lifestage data Overwinters as a small larva amongst the foodplant. Larva September-early May, feeding through the winter at night. Pupates underground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by DB, 23rd July 2012, Middletown |
 Photo by DB, 23rd July 2012, Middletown |
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