| 0993 ~ Clepsis spectrana ~ Cyclamen tortrix | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread in England and Wales. Montgomeryshire Status First recorded in 2007 at Commins Coch. A new species for the county. Wingspan : M. 15-22mm. F. 17-24mm. Confusion species C. rurinana. |
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(Bivoltine.)  Habitat Marshes, bogs, damp woods and especially fens near the coast. Foodplant Many herbaceous plants. Lifestage data Spinning. Eggs laid in small batches on foodplant. Larva feeds in spun leaves and flowers. Pupates in a white silken cocoon in larval habitation. |
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 Photo by PRW, 1st June 2007, Commins Coch |
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