Dotted Footman (Pelosia muscerda, (Hufnagel, 1766))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 13-16mm.
Foodplant(s): algae, lichen
Flying: One generation, mid July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Red Data Book

Habitat

Fens and carr.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Small Dotted Footman Pelosia obtusa

Red Data Book

Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Hairy

Colours:

Grey, brown, black, red

No. of Proleg Pairs:

72.039 (BF2041) Dotted Footman Pelosia muscerda, (Hufnagel, 1766)

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