Noctuidae: Xyleninae

73.106 (BF2304) Orache Moth Trachea atriplicis, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR09501

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 20-22mm.
Foodplant(s): oraches (Atriplex spp.), goosefoots (Chenopodium spp.), Knotgrass (Polygonium aviculare), low-growing plants
Flying: One generation, June-early July
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Habitat

Fens, damp meadow and marshes.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.


Uncommon/Rare
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Brown, red, purple, yellow
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5