Noctuidae: Xyleninae

73.180 (BF2272) Barred Sallow Tiliacea aurago (=Xanthia), ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR09557

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General Information

Feeds at ivy flowers and overripe berries.

 

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): Field Maple (Acer campestre), Beech (Fagus sylvatica)
Flying: One generation, September-early November
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, mature hedgerows, scrub, grassland, heathland usually on chalky soil.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Brown, red, grey, black, yellow
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5