| 73.17 ~ 2343a ~ Lesser Common Rustic ~ Mesapamea didyma | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common. Montgomeryshire Status This is probably a very common species, but due to confusion with the Common Rustic there is a great deal of uncertainty amongst recorders. Wingspan : M & F, 28-32mm. Confusion species Common Rustic. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  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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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by PRW, 18th Aug 2006, Commins Coch |
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