Swallow Prominent (Pheosia tremula, (Clerck, 1759))

General Information

This species is similar to the Lesser Swallow Prominent but has a less distinct white wedge at the tornus of the forewing.

The Swallow Prominent also has a wavy pale line in the dark area of the hindwing.

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.

Forewing length: 22-28mm.
Foodplant(s): Aspen (Populus tremula), poplars (Populus spp.), willows (Salix spp.)
Flying: Two generations, late April-June and August-early September
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Woodland, poplar plantations, parks and gardens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Lesser Swallow Prominent Pheosia gnoma

08727 Swallow Prominent Pheosia tremula, (Clerck, 1759)

BF2007 (ABH71.017)