Northern Deep-brown Dart (Aporophyla lueneburgensis, (Freyer, 1848))

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

Forewing length: 15-17mm
Foodplant(s): Heather (Calluna vulgaris), Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), Common Bird's-foot-trefoil (Lotus corniculatus), broadleaved shrubs
Flying: One generation, early August-mid September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Moorland and rough grasses and rocky areas.

Regional Information

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73.232 (BF2231a) Northern Deep-brown Dart Aporophyla lueneburgensis, (Freyer, 1848)

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