| 2245 ~ Green-brindled Crescent ~ Allophyes oxyacanthae | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 39-46mm. Confusion species None. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Broadleaf woodland, scrub, hedgerows and other well wooded areas including gardens. Foodplant Hawthorn, blackthorn, crab apple, dog rose, plum, and rowan. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg which are laid on the twigs of the foodplant. Larva April-June. Pupates in a strong underground cocoon. |
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 Pic shows the melanic form ab. capucina |
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