| 2140 ~ White-marked ~ Cerastis leucographa | ||
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UK Status Resident. Local S,C. Montgomeryshire Status A local and fairly uncommon species, but it has been recorded across much of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 35-39mm. Confusion species Red Chestnut. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Open broadleaved woodland, scrub, hedgerows and gardens. Foodplant Foodplant has never been recorded in the wild, but the larvae will accept various herbaceous plants in captivity. Lifestage data Overwinters as a pupa underground. Larva May-June. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 28th Mar 2009, Commins Coch |
 Photo by MDH, 17th Apr 2010, Llanfyllin |
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