UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common species that is overlooked due to its very
late/early flight time in the year.
Wingspan : M, 40-45mm. F, wingless.
Confusion
species
Scarce Umber and Dotted Border.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Mostly broadleaf woodland, but also found in scrub, heathland,
moorland, and gardens.
Foodplant
Many species of broadleaved trees and shrubs.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as an egg on the foodplant. Larva early April-late June. |

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