UK Status
Resident. Common
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly uncommon species, that seems to be restricted to the eastern
side of the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 32-38mm.
Confusion
species
None.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Grasslands, woodland rides and edges and gardens.
Foodplant
Various grasses.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a small larva amongst the grasses. Larva August-May,
feeding at night. Pupates in a cocoon just below the soil. |

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