| 1789 ~ Scallop Shell ~ Rheumaptera undulata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Local S,C,(N). Montgomeryshire Status Resident. A local and scarce species, mainly confined to the western side of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 32-40mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Damp woodland, willow scrub and carr. Foodplant Sallows, aspen and bilberry. Lifestage data Overwinters as a pupa in a loose cocoon in the soil. Larva August-September. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 2nd July 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PRW, 29th June 2010, Commins Coch |
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