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73.024 ~ 2410 ~ Marbled White Spot ~ Protodeltote pygarga
UK Status

Resident. Common S,C.

Montgomeryshire Status

A locally common species, generally found in the western side of the county and less common in the east.

Wingspan :  M & F, 24-30mm.

Confusion species

Pretty Marbled.
Flight time (Montgomeryshire)

Habitat

Woodland, moorland and grassy heathland.

Foodplant

Grasses.

Lifestage data

Overwinters as a pupa in a cocoon underground. Larva July-September, feeding mainly at night.
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Montgomeryshire photos

Photo by PRW, 17th July 2004, Commins Coch