Purple Cloud (Actinotia polyodon, (Clerck, 1759))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Doesn't overwinter in the UK.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 13-15mm.
Foodplant(s): St John's-worts (Hypericum spp.)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Immigrant
National status: Uncommon/Rare

Habitat

Disturbed open ground.

Regional Information

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73.111 (BF2097) Purple Cloud Actinotia polyodon, (Clerck, 1759)

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