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73.257 ~ 2142 ~ Beautiful Yellow Underwing ~ Anarta myrtilli
UK Status

Resident. Common

Montgomeryshire Status

Fairly common where suitable habitat is found. Recorded from the western half of the county.

Wingspan :  M & F, 24-28mm.

Confusion species

Small Dark Yellow Underwing, True Lover's Knot.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)

Habitat

Heathland and moorland.

Foodplant

Heather and bell heather.

Lifestage data

The early stages have not been confirmed in the wild, although it is known that the larva is seen from April-November and the pupa is formed in a tough cocoon on or just below the soil.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by GBC, 23rd Aug 2016, Lake Vyrnwy
Pic shows larva

Photo by BJP, 10th July 2019, Glaslyn

Photo by BJP, 10th July 2019, Glaslyn