Blair's Mocha (Cyclophora puppillaria, (Hübner, [1799]))

General InformationOverwinters as Doesn't overwinter in the UK.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 12-15mm.
Foodplant(s): Holm Oak (Quercus ilex), Strawberry-tree (Arbutus unedo), Common Rock-rose (Helianthemum nummularium), myrtles (Myrica spp.)
Flying: Arriving August-October
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Habitat

Usually coastal areas, but occasionally woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

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False Mocha Cyclophora porata

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70.033 (BF1678) Blair's Mocha Cyclophora puppillaria, (Hübner, [1799])

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