| 70.244 ~ 1923 ~ Feathered Thorn ~ Colotois pennaria | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 46-50mm. Confusion species Orange Moth, Scalloped Oak. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mostly broadleaf woodland, but also found in parks and gardens. Foodplant Many species of broadleaved trees and shrubs. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg on the foodplant. Larva April-June. Pupates just below the soil. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 25th Sept 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PRW, 29th Oct 2010, Commins Coch |
 Photo by PRW, 12th Nov 2010, Commins Coch |