White Satin (Leucoma salicis, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates in a hairy cocoon in a crevice in bark or in foliage.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 18-27mm.
Foodplant(s): Aspen (Populus tremula), poplars (Populus spp.), sallows (Salix spp.), willows (Salix spp.)
Flying: One generation, July-August
UK Presence: Resident and Immigrant
National status: Local

Habitat

Poplar plantations, fens, carr.

Regional Information

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72.009 (BF2031) White Satin Leucoma salicis, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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