UK Status
Resident. Widespread and can be abundant in England and Wales. Also found in lower densities in a few areas of Scotland
Montgomeryshire Status
Fairly common across the county.
Wingspan
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M & F, 15-19mm.
Confusion species
None.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Woodland, hedgerows and gardens.
Foodplant
Many species of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs.
Lifestage data
Eggs laid on food source. Larva hides under a flat silken web formed
along the midrib, feeds beneath the leaf. Pupates in a silken web under
the leaf. |
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