| 73.062 ~ 2297 ~ Copper Underwing ~ Amphipyra pyramidea | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common S,C,(N). Montgomeryshire Status A common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 47-54mm. Confusion species Svensson's Copper Underwing (Copper Underwing labial palps are all pale/white). |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mostly in woodland but also found in open scrub, parks, hedgerows and gardens. Foodplant A wide range of broadleaf trees and shrubs. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg. Larva mid April-early June. Pupates underground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 25th Aug 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by MDH, 31st May 2010, Llanfyllin |
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