UK Status
Resident. Local
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly common but local species found throughout
the county. This species is probably overlooked a little due to its
similar appearance to the Acleris species (micro moth).
Wingspan
: M
& F, 28-32mm.
Confusion
species
Sallow Nycteoline, Eastern Nycteoline, Acleris cristana and Acleris
hastiana.
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Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Broadleaved woodland and parkland.
Foodplant
Oak.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as an adult. Larva May-July and September. |

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