Noctuidae: Noctuinae

73.316 (BF2084) Light Feathered Rustic Agrotis cinerea, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR10360

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Male readily comes to light, sometimes in numbers. Female not.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: 13-17
Foodplant(s): Wild Thyme (Thymus polytrichus)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Grassland, quarries, coastal cliffs and beaches.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.


Nationally Scarce B

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