2297 Copper Underwing (Amphipyra pyramidea) (Linnaeus, 1758) - (Noctuidae / Amphipyrinae)

 

Notes: Common in woodland, scrub, hedgerows, gardens and parks, throughout much of England, Wales and southern Scotland. In Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight, widespread in deciduous woodland, and particularly common in the New Forest. Wingspan 47-54mm. For a method of separating this species from the closely related Svensson's Copper Underwing A. berbera using palp characteristics, click here. Larva feeds on Hawthorn, Midland Hawthorn, Blackthorn, Crab Apple, Hazel, Honeysuckle and Downy Birch, over-wintering as an egg.

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Phenology - Adult Records

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