Clouded Border (Lomaspilis marginata, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information

The brown and white markings of this species show considerable variation.

Pupates underground.

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

Forewing length: 11-14mm.
Foodplant(s): Aspen (Populus tremula), poplars (Populus spp.), sallows (Salix spp.), willows (Salix spp.), Hazel (Corylus avellana)
Flying: One generation, mid May-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Woodland, carr, fens, heathland and poplar plantations.

Regional Information

Recorded in 137 (50.7%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2021

Recorded date range (Adult): 22 April to 10 October

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 02 July to 02 July

1887 (ABH70.207) Clouded Border Lomaspilis marginata, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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