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2299 ~ Mouse Moth ~ Amphipyra tragopoginis
UK Status

Resident. Common

Montgomeryshire Status

A scarce species. Last recorded at Leighton Redwood Grove in 1997.

Wingspan :  M & F, 32-40mm.

Confusion species

None.


Flight time (Montgomeryshire)



Habitat

Many habitats.

Foodplant

A range of wild and cultivated herbaceous plants.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as an egg. Larva April-June, feeding at night. Pupates in a cocoon on or just below the soil.
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