Small Phoenix (Ecliptopera silaceata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-17mm.
Foodplant(s): willowherbs (Epilobium spp.), Enchanter's-nightshade (Circaea lutetiana)
Flying: Two generations, late April-June and late July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland and open habitats.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

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70.094 (BF1759) Small Phoenix Ecliptopera silaceata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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