Brown Hairstreak (Thecla betulae, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as an egg.

Wingspan: M: 36-41mm, F: 39-45mm
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Prunus (Prunus spp.)
Flying: One generation, late July-mid September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Hedgerows, wood edges and scrub.

Regional Information

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61.003 (BF1556) Brown Hairstreak Thecla betulae, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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