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73.032 ~ 2425 ~ Nut-tree Tussock ~ Colocasia coryli
UK Status

Resident. Common

Montgomeryshire Status

A common species, found throughout the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 30-38mm.

Confusion species

None.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland.

Foodplant

Broadleaf trees.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a pupa in a cocoon in the leaf litter or under moss. Larva Late May-early July and September-early October, feeding mainly at night.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 26th Apr 2009, Commins Coch

Photo by MDH, 19th May 2010, Llanfyllin

Photo by MW, 29th July 2013, Cors Dyfi

Photo by MW, 29th July 2013, Cors Dyfi

Photo by GBC, 18th Aug 2014, Lake Vyrnwy
Early instar