Noctuidae: Xyleninae

73.179 (BF2271) Orange Sallow Tiliacae citrago (=Xanthia), (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR09562

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 15-17mm.
Foodplant(s): lime (Tilia spp.), elms (Ulmus spp.)
Flying: One generation, August-early October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, parkland and suburban areas.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Angle-striped Sallow Enargia paleacea


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Grey, green, brown, white, black
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5