| 49.02 ~ 0974 ~ Argyrotaenia ljungiana ~ Heather Tortrix | ||
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UK Status This common species has a distribution throughout much of the British Isles. Montgomeryshire Status First recorded at Lake Vyrnwy in the north of the county in 2020. Wingspan : M & F 12-16mm Confusion species Fairly distinctive. |
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(Bivoltine)  Habitat Heaths and Moors. Foodplant Feeds on various plants associated with the habitat. Lifestage data Eggs laid on upper surface of foodplant. Larvae skeletonize spun leaves. Pupates over-winter under ground within a spun leaf. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by GBC, 14th May 2020, Lake Vyrnwy |
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