| 2111 ~ Lesser Broad-bordered Yellow Underwing ~ Noctua janthe | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A very common species found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 34-44mm. Confusion species Langmaid's Yellow Underwing (see blue circles in pictures below which highlight the key differences of this species). |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Found in various sites up to a medium altitude Foodplant Dock, blackthorn, sallow and a wide range of shrubs and plants. Lifestage data The larva is found from September to May, overwintering near the soil surface. It pupates underground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 12th Aug 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by TS, 6th Aug 2011, Pontrobert Pic shows larger central yellow area on top side of hindwing (circled). |
 Photo by TS, 6th Aug 2011, Pontrobert Pic shows under side of forewing - dark edge has finger like projections (circled). |