UK Status
Resident. Common S,C.
Montgomeryshire
Status
An uncommon species restricted to the south and east of the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 26-29mm.
Confusion
species
None.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Most habitats.
Foodplant
Little is known about its foodplant in the wild, although in captivity it is known to eat garden privet and honeysuckle.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva, probably pupating in the debris on the ground. Larva August-May. |

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