UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common species found throughout the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 36-44mm.
Confusion
species
Clouded Brindle, Scarce Brindle. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Various types of grassland, fens, moorland, woodland rides and gardens.
Foodplant
Grasses.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva at the base of the foodplant. Larva
August-April, feeding at first on the flower heads and later on the
leaves of the plant. Pupates in a frail cell amongst roots. |
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