Pink-barred Sallow (Xanthia togata, (Esper, 1788))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 13-16mm.
Foodplant(s): sallows (Salix spp.), poplars (Populus spp.), docks (Rumex spp.), herbaceous plants
Flying: One generation, September-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, carr, marshes, fens and heathland.

Regional Information

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Similar Species

Sallow Cirrhia icteritia (=Xanthia)

73.181 (BF2273) Pink-barred Sallow Xanthia togata, (Esper, 1788)

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