Beautiful Yellow Underwing (Anarta myrtilli, (Linnaeus, 1761))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: 10-12mm.
Foodplant(s): Heather (Calluna vulgaris), Bell Heather (Erica cinerea)
Flying: Two overlapping generations, late April-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Heathland and moorland.

Regional Information

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73.257 (BF2142) Beautiful Yellow Underwing Anarta myrtilli, (Linnaeus, 1761)

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