UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common species found throughout the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 38-46mm.
Confusion
species
Beautiful Golden Y. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
A wide range of habitats.
Foodplant
Herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a small larva amongst the debris. Larva
August-June, feeding mainly at night. Pupates in a cocoon in a folded
leaf of the foodplant. |
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