UK Status
Resident. Common S,C,(N).
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly uncommon species, that has been recorded from the eastern side of the county.
Wingspan : M & F, 30-38mm.
Confusion
species
None.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaf woodland, downland, scrub, hedgerows, and some gardens.
Foodplant
Field maple and beech.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as an egg laid on the twigs of the foodplant. Larva April-early June, which feed mainly at night. |

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