| 70.239 ~ 1919 ~ Purple Thorn ~ Selenia tetralunaria | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common S,C,(N). Montgomeryshire Status A fairly common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, Spring brood 46-52mm. Summer brood 44-46mm. Confusion species Lunar Thorn. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Woodland, scrub, heathland, gardens and urban areas. Foodplant Most broadleaf trees. Lifestage data Overwinters as a pupa just under the soil. Larva late May-early July and August-September. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 12th Aug 2009, Llanfyllin |
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