Noctuidae: Noctuinae

10163 Stout Dart Spaelotis ravida, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF2113 (ABH73.349)

 2010-2016
 2017
 2018
 2019

General Information

Although there is only one generation, this species emerges in early summer, becomes inactive in July and reappears again in July and August.

 

The larvae have never been found in the wild.

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

Forewing length: 18-22mm.
Foodplant(s): Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), Perennial Sow-thistle (Sonchus arvensis), docks (Rumex spp.)
Flying: One generation, June-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Meadows and damp marshes. Sometimes drier areas.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Dotted Rustic Rhyacia simulans


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