| 62.057 ~ 1485 ~ Phycitodes maritima ~ Chalk Knot-horn | ||
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UK Status Resident. A local species found throughout the UK. Montgomeryshire Status Resident. First recorded in 2024 at Cemmaes, in the far west of the county. Wingspan : M & F 8-10mm. Confusion species H.nimbella, P. saxicola. |
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(Bivoltine ?)  Habitat Various habitats. Foodplant Composites. Lifestage data Eggs laid on leaves. Larva feed upper parts of stems and in flower heads, spinning heads together. Pupa in ground in a cocoon. |
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 Photo by SAL, 9th July 2024, Cemmaes |
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