Purple Emperor (Apatura iris, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Wingspan: 70-92mm
Foodplant(s): Goat Willow (Salix caprea), Grey Willow (Salix cinerea), Crack-willow (Salix fragilis)
Flying: One generation, late June-mid August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Woodland and dense scrub.

Regional Information

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Larva/Leafmine:

Larva Type:

Hairy

Colours:

Green, white, yellow

No. of Proleg Pairs:

59.022 (BF1585) Purple Emperor Apatura iris, (Linnaeus, 1758)

KR07299