| 2155 ~ Dot Moth ~ Melanchra persicariae | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common S,C,(N). Montgomeryshire Status A locally common species, found mainly in the northern half of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 38-50mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat A range of fairly open and wooded places, including gardens. Foodplant A range of wild and cultivated herbaceous and woody plants. Lifestage data Overwinters as a pupa in an underground cocoon. Larva August-October, feeding by day and night. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 28th July 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by MW, 25th Sept 2011, Cors Dyfi |
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