| 70.264 ~ 1940 ~ Satin Beauty ~ Deileptenia ribeata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A fairly uncommon species, but is found throughout most of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 42-48mm. Confusion species Feathered Beauty, Mottled Beauty, Great Oak Beauty and Willow Beauty. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mainly woodland and conifer plantations and other sites with remnants of ancient woodland. Foodplant Mainly conifers, but also reported on various broadleaf trees. Lifestage data Overwinters as a small larva on the foodplant. Larva August-late May. Pupates in loose soil. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 11th July 2010, Commins Coch |
 Photo by MDH, 28th July 2010, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by JM, July 2010, Lake Vyrnwy |