Barred Sallow (Tiliacea aurago (=Xanthia), ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Feeds at ivy flowers and overripe berries.

Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 14-16mm.
Foodplant(s): Field Maple (Acer campestre), Beech (Fagus sylvatica)
Flying: One generation, September-early November
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, mature hedgerows, scrub, grassland, heathland usually on chalky soil.

Regional Information

Recorded in 76 (28.1%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in November 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 07 July to 24 November

2272 (ABH73.180) Barred Sallow Tiliacea aurago (=Xanthia), ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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