| 162 ~ Goat Moth ~ Cossus cossus | ||
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UK Status Resident. Nat. Scarce B Montgomeryshire Status The current status of this species is unclear. The only record we have is an old larval record from 1996. Wingspan : M & F, 68-96mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Wet and damp places. In fact, most areas that are low lying and prone to flooding. Foodplant The heart-wood of various broadleaf trees. Lifestage data Eggs laid in batches in bark crevices often near old larval burrows. The larva can overwinter up to 4 years before it will pupate in spring. |
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