Wormwood (Cucullia absinthii, (Linnaeus, 1761))

General Information
Pupates on or in the ground.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 16-19mm.
Foodplant(s): wormwoods (Artemesia spp.), Mugwort (Artemesia vulgaris)
Flying: One generation, June-mid August
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Open areas with hard surfaces, cliffs, cuttings, car parks, railways, disused airfields etc.

Regional Information

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73.050 (BF2211) Wormwood Cucullia absinthii, (Linnaeus, 1761)

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