UK Status
Resident. Common S,C(N).
Montgomeryshire
Status
Resident. A relatively uncommon species for the county, although it has been
recorded from most parts.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 30-34mm.
Confusion
species
None.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Most habitats.
Foodplant
Docks, common orache, common sorrel, knotgrass and other related plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva. Larva July and September-April. Pupates near
the ground in the debris. |

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