| 49.224 ~ 1205 ~ Spilonota ocellana ~ Bud Moth | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread throughout Britain as far north as Inverness-shire, more common and can be abundant in the south. Montgomeryshire Status Recorded in the west of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 12-17mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight time & Voltinity
(Univoltine)  Habitat Open woodland, orchards & gardens. Foodplant Many deciduous trees and shrubs. Lifestage data Bud miner/spinning. Eggs laid on upper surface of leaf. Larva first feeds in fruit and leaf buds, then spins several leaves together and feeds within. Pupates in larval habitation. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 9th July 2007, Commins Coch |
 Photo by MW, 18th July 2013, Cors Dyfi |
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