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2049 ~ Buff Footman ~ Eilema depressa
UK Status

Resident. Common S,(C).

Montgomeryshire Status

A common species, found throughout the county. This is the third highest ranked species for individuals caught with nearly 7000 recorded. At 286 individuals, it is also the second highest count for a single night of trapping.

Wingspan :  M & F, 28-36mm.

Confusion species

Dingy Footman, Orange Footman.


Flight time (Montgomeryshire)


Habitat

Mostly long established broadleaf or mixed woodland.

Foodplant

Lichens and green algae growing on trees.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a small larva. Larva September-late June. Pupates in a cocoon formed in a bark crevice.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by MDH, 28th July 2009, Llanfyllin

Photo by PB, 27th July 2011, Morben ISAF
Pic shows f.unicolor