UK Status
Resident. Local S,(C).
Montgomeryshire
Status
A locally common species, more common in the west of the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 25-33mm.
Confusion
species
None.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaved woodland, wooded heathland and hedgerows.
Foodplant
Lichens on trees.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva. Larva August-late May. Pupates in a hairy cocoon. |

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