Straw Underwing (Thalpophila matura, (Hufnagel, 1766))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 17-20mm.
Foodplant(s): Annual Meadow-grass (Poa annua), Mat-grass (Nardus stricta), Silver Hair-grass (Aira caryophyllea), grasses
Flying: One generation, late July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Open grassland, heathland, fens, open woodland moors and downs.

Regional Information

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73.109 (BF2303) Straw Underwing Thalpophila matura, (Hufnagel, 1766)

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