Clouded-bordered Brindle (Apamea crenata, (Hufnagel, 1766))

General Information
This species is quite variable, with two distinct colour forms. In additional to the brownish nominate form, there is a melanic form, f. combusta.

Pupates in loose soil amongst roots.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 18-22mm.
Foodplant(s): Cock's-foot (Dactylis glomerata), grasses
Flying: One generation, late May-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Grassland, fens, woodland, heathland, scrub and gardens.

Regional Information

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Similar Species

Clouded Brindle Apamea epomidion

73.156 (BF2326) Clouded-bordered Brindle Apamea crenata, (Hufnagel, 1766)

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