| 2314 ~ Dingy Shears ~ Parastichtis ypsillon | ||
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UK Status Resident. Local S,C,(N). Montgomeryshire Status A rare and local species that has only been recorded at two sites in the county. The last record came from Commins Coch in 2009. Wingspan : M & F, 32-42mm. Confusion species Dog's Tooth. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Damp woodland & other wet places. Foodplant The leaves and catkins of poplars, sallow and willows. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg. Larva April-early June, feeding firstly on catkins and later on the leaves. Pupates in a cocoon just below the soil or beneath the bark. |
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 Photo by PRW, 12th July 2009, Commins Coch |
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