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2045 Hoary Footman (Eilema caniola) (Hübner, 1808) - (Arctiidae / Lithosiinae)


Status: Nb
Notes: Nationally rare, south-western England, predominantly coastal. Wingspan 28-35mm. Nocturnal; late July to early September. Frequents rocky areas, shingle beaches and quarries. Larva September to late June. Larva feeds on vari ous lichens, often on rocks.

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