UK Status
Resident. A local species throughout England and
Wales.
Montgomeryshire Status
Found locally in an area from the west to the north of the county.
Interestingly, the text books state that this species is on the wing
during June and July, but in Montgomeryshire it has been recorded into
October, suggesting a partial or occasional second brood.
Wingspan
:
M & F, 18-24mm.
Confusion species
P. heparana.
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Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)
Habitat
Woodland.
Foodplant
Many trees and shrubs.
Lifestage data
Spinning. Eggs laid on foodplant. Larva feeds amongst spun leaves.
Pupates in a folded leaf. |
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