Erebidae: Boletobiinae

72.066 (BF2475) Waved Black Parascotia fuliginaria, (Linnaeus, 1761)

KR09016

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General Information

This is a distinctive species. It rests with wings pressed against tree or wall similar to geometrid moths.

 

Pupates on the food plant.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 11-14mm.
Foodplant(s): fungi
Flying: One/two generations, June-July and September
UK Presence: Resident, Possible Immigrant
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Wooded areas, usually damp and boggy. Occasionally in rural gardens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.


Nationally Scarce B

Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Hairy
Colours:
Black, orange, grey
No. of Proleg Pairs:
3