| 2132 ~ Neglected Rustic ~ Xestia castanea | ||
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UK Status Resident. Local Montgomeryshire Status A scarce and local species, last recorded at Lake Vyrnwy in 2008. Wingspan : M & F, 36-42mm. Confusion species Square-spot Rustic, Dotted Clay and Cousin German. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Moorland, wooded heathland and raised bogs. Foodplant Heather, bell heather and cross-leaved heath. Lifestage data Overwinters as a small larva. Larva October-May, feeding mainly at night. It forms a cocoon in the soil but does not change into a pupa for approximately six weeks. |
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