| 1261 ~ Cydia pomonella ~ Codling Moth | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread and fairly common throughout much of Britain. Montgomeryshire Status Fairly common, especially on the western side of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 14-22mm. Confusion species C. splendana. |
Flight
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(Bivoltine)  Habitat Orchards and gardens. Foodplant Fruit trees. Lifestage data Fruit feeder. Eggs laid near the base of a forming fruit. Larva feeds inside the fruit. Pupates in a silken cocoon under loose bark on the tree or amongst debris on the ground. |
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