| 73.169 ~ 2343 ~ Common Rustic ~ Mesapamea secalis | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status Probably very common, but due to similarity with the Lesser Common Rustic there is much confusion in separating these two species. Genitalia examination is required. Wingspan : M & F, 31-36mm. Confusion species Lesser Common Rustic. |
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  Habitat A range of grassy places, woodland and gardens. Foodplant Grasses. Lifestage data Overwinters as a larva. Larva September-May, feeding inside the stem. Pupates in a cocoon underground. |
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