UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
Quite common, especially in the western half of the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 35-40mm.
Confusion
species
None.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Most habitats.
Foodplant
Gorse, broom and petty whin.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a very small larva. Larva July-early June. Pupates in
plant debris. |

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