UK Status
Resident. Widespread but local, found throughout the British Isles except the far north of Scotland.
Montgomeryshire Status
Recorded in two sites in the county, Commins Coch and Llanfyllin.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 22-25mm.
Confusion species
None.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Oak woodland.
Foodplant
Many deciduous trees.
Lifestage data
Eggs probably laid on a twig or bark. Larva feeds between flatly spun
leaves (one above the other). Pupates in a cocoon in detritus or the
soil. |
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