Erebidae: Arctiinae

72.037 (BF2035) Round-winged Muslin Thumatha senex, (Hübner, [1808])

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General Information

Pupates in vegetation close to the ground.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 10-11mm.
Foodplant(s): lichen, moss
Flying: One generation, late June-late August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Fens, bogs, damp grassland, marshes and coastal dunes.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Muslin Footman Nudaria mundana

Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Hairy
Colours:
Black, brown
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5