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2035 ~ Round-winged muslin ~ Thumatha senex
UK Status

Resident. Common S,C(N).

Montgomeryshire Status

A rare and local species that has been recorded on only a few occasions.

Wingspan :  M & F, 20-22mm.

Confusion species

Muslin Footman.


Flight time (Montgomeryshire)


Habitat

Fens, marshes and other wet places.

Foodplant

Lichens.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a small larva. Larva late August-May. Pupates in a cocoon amongst vegetation on or near the ground.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 27th July 2008, Commins Coch

Photo by PB, 11th July 2010, Morben ISAF