Noctuidae: Xyleninae

2327 (ABH73.155) Clouded Brindle Apamea epomidion, (Haworth, 1809)

KR09756

Great Staughton
Great Staughton
 Photo © Peter Bissell
Great Staughton
 Photo © Peter Bissell
 pre-2000
 2000-2009
 2010-2019
 2020-onwards
Great Staughton
Great Staughton
 Photo © Peter Bissell
Storrington, W Sussex, 17h June 2017. Light trap.
Storrington, W Sussex, 17h June 2017. Light trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies


General Information

Pupates on the ground.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.

Forewing length: 17-20mm.
Foodplant(s): grasses
Flying: One generation, June-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland.

Regional Information

Recorded in 59 (21.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2024

Recorded date range (Adult): 07 March to 12 August

Similar Species
 Photo © Peter Bissell
Clouded-bordered Brindle Apamea crenata


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Glossy
Colours:
Grey, pink, black, brown
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5