| 1638 ~ Fox Moth ~ Macrothylacia rubi | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status Common and widespread on the western side of the county, almost absent from the eastern half. Wingspan : M & F, 48-72mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Heathland, moorland, downland, coastal grassland, sand-dunes, meadows and open woodland. Foodplant Heathers, willows and creeping bilberry on heaths and moors, bramble and meadowsweet. Lifestage data Overwinters as a fully grown larva. Larva June to April, feed until Sept. Pupates in cocoon near ground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 2nd June 2008, Commins Coch |
 Photo by AT, 3rd June 2011, Derwenlas Pic shows eggs. |
 Photo by PB, 2nd Oct 2007, Cors Dyfi |
 Photo by AT, 11th June 2011, Derwenlas Pic shows young larva |
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