Uncertain (Hoplodrina octogenaria (=alsines), (Goeze, 1781))

General Information
In general, this species is more yellowish-brown, with well-defined cross-lines and reniform stigma, and less 'glossy' in appearance than the very similar 'Rustic'. It is necessary to refer to the genitalia for confirmation.

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

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): docks (Rumex spp.), chickweeds (Stellaria spp.), dead-nettles (Lamium spp.), Primrose (Primula vulgaris), herbaceous plants
Flying: One generation, mid June-mid August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, open meadows and gardens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Mottled Rustic Caradrina morpheus

Rustic Hoplodrina blanda

Vine's Rustic Hoplodrina ambigua

Marsh Moth Athetis pallustris

73.096 (BF2381) Uncertain Hoplodrina octogenaria (=alsines), (Goeze, 1781)

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