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1742 ~ Yellow Shell ~ Camptogramma bilineata bilineata
UK Status

Resident. Common

Montgomeryshire Status

Recorded sparsely, but has been found in most low lying parts of the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 28-32mm.

Confusion species

None.


Flight time (Montgomeryshire)



Habitat

Most lowland habitats.

Foodplant

Many herbaceous plants.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a larva on the foodplant. Larva July-late May. Pupates in loose soil.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by MDH, 27th July 2009, Llanfyllin