| 49.039 ~ 0998 ~ Epiphyas postvittana ~ Light Brown Apple Moth | ||
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UK Status Resident. This species was introduced to this country in Cornwall in 1936. Since then it has steadily spread northwards and is now very common in some areas of Britain. Montgomeryshire Status Widespread and fairly common throughout the county. Wingspan : M. 16-21mm. F. 17-25mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight time & Voltinity
(Bivoltine)  Habitat Wherever foodplant is found. Foodplant Found on many shrubs. Lifestage data Spinning. Eggs laid on upper surface of leaf. Larva loosely spins the leaves and feeds within. Pupates in larval habitation. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by DB, 15th Sept 2012, Middletown |
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