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73.087 ~ 2385 ~ Small Mottled Willow ~ Spodoptera exigua
UK Status

Migrant. Scattered records

Montgomeryshire Status

An uncommon migrant species, recorded from just a handful of scattered sites across the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 26-32mm.

Confusion species

Pale Mottled Willow, Dark Mottled Willow.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)


Habitat

Can turn up anywhere.

Foodplant

A wide range of herbaceous plants.

Lifestage data

Breeding is not yet confirmed.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 31st Aug 2006, Commins Coch