Deep-brown Dart (Aporophyla lutulenta, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

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

Forewing length: 15-18mm.
Foodplant(s): Broad-leaved Dock (Rumex obtusifolius), Common Sorrel (Rumex acetosa), Broom (Cytisus scoparius), Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Field Gromwell (Lithospermum arvense), Annual Meadow-grass (Poa annua), Tufted Hair-grass (Deschampsia cespitosa), broadleaved shrubs, grasses
Flying: One generation, September-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Open habitats, grassland, heathland and coastal areas on chalky or lighter soils.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

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Feathered Brindle Aporophyla australis

Black Rustic Aporophyla nigra

73.231 (BF2231) Deep-brown Dart Aporophyla lutulenta, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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