UK Status
Resident and suspected migrant. Common S, (C).
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common species that
has been recorded from a single site (Commins Coch). Probably
overlooked due to confusion with other species.
Wingspan : M & F, 32-34mm.
Confusion
species
Rustic, Uncertain, Common Quaker.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Heathland, grassland, woodland rides and gardens.
Foodplant
A wide range of herbaceous plants.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a larva. Larva September-April and May-August. Pupates in a cocoon underground. |

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