Feathered Thorn (Colotois pennaria, (Linnaeus, 1761))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light, males more often than females.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 19-23mm.
Foodplant(s): oaks (Quercus spp.), hawthorns (Crataegus spp.), Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris), Dog-rose (Rosa canina), birches (Betula spp.), Hazel (Corylus avellana), Goat Willow (Salix caprea), Black Poplar (Populus nigra), elms (Ulmus spp.), broadleaved trees
Flying: One generation, mid September-early December
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, parks and gardens.

Regional Information

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70.244 (BF1923) Feathered Thorn Colotois pennaria, (Linnaeus, 1761)

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