Early Grey (Xylocampa areola, (Esper, 1789))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 15-18mm.
Foodplant(s): honeysuckles (Lonicera spp.)
Flying: One generation, February-May
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, heathland, scrub, fens, hedgerows and gardens.

Regional Information

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73.069 (BF2243) Early Grey Xylocampa areola, (Esper, 1789)

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