Small Quaker (Orthosia cruda, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil, usually close to a tree trunk.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found feeding during day

Forewing length: 12-15mm.
Foodplant(s): oaks (Quercus spp.), Downy Birch (Betula pubescens), sallows (Salix spp.), Hazel (Corylus avellana), Field Maple (Acer campestre)
Flying: One generation, late February-early May
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, wooded areas and heathland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Blossom Underwing Orthosia miniosa

Common Quaker Orthosia cerasi

73.245 (BF2182) Small Quaker Orthosia cruda, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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