UK Status
Resident. Common S,C.
Montgomeryshire
Status
A locally common species, generally found in the western side of the county and less common in the east.
Wingspan : M & F, 24-30mm.
Confusion
species
Pretty Marbled. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Woodland, moorland and grassy heathland.
Foodplant
Grasses.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in a cocoon underground. Larva July-September,
feeding mainly at night. |
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