Noctuidae: Hadeninae

09753 Reddish Light Arches Apamea sublustris, (Esper, 1788)

BF2323 (ABH73.164)

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General Information

This species is generally darker than the Light Arches (A. lithoxylaea).

 

The early stages have not been recorded in the wild, but it is presumed that their life-cycle is the same as similar species.

Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 18-21mm.
Foodplant(s): grasses
Flying: One generation, June-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Grassland on chalky and limestone soils.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Zabardo, Western Rhodopi Mountains, 22nd June 2015.
Zabardo, Western Rhodopi Mountains, 22nd June 2015.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
Light Arches Apamea lithoxylaea
nr. Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
nr. Borovets, Rila Mtns. 11th July 2016. MV trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
Pale Shining Brown Polia bombycina


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