Noctuidae: Noctuinae

10232 Green Arches Anaplectoides prasina, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF2138 (ABH73.352)

nr Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
nr Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
nr Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
 2010-2016
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General Information

Freshly emerged moths of this species are a green colour which fades to yellowish grey in sunlight.

 

Pupates in loose soil.

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

Forewing length: 20-25mm.
Foodplant(s): Primrose (Primula vulgaris), docks (Rumex spp.), honeysuckles (Lonicera spp.), Bramble (Rubus fruticosus), Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), broadleaved shrubs
Flying: One generation, June-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland and carr.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.



Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Brown, yellow, black, grey
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5