| 1799 ~ Winter Moth ~ Operophtera brumata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species throughout the county, but very under-recorded due to its winter flight time. Wingspan : M & F, 28-33mm. Confusion species Northern Winter Moth. |
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time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat All areas where trees and scrub are found. Foodplant Most broadleaf trees. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg on the bark or a twig of the foodplant. Larva April-early June. Pupates in a tough cocoon on or in the soi |
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 Photo by MDH, 30th Oct 2009, Llanfyllin |
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