Noctuidae: Noctuinae

10204 Dotted Clay Xestia baja, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF2130 (ABH73.353)

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

Pupates in loose soil.

Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 17-21mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Nettle (Urtica dioica), willows (Salix spp.), birches (Betula spp.), Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Bog-myrtle (Myrica gale), broadleaved shrubs
Flying: One generation, late July-late August
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Woodland, heathland and scrub grassland on chalk or limestone.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.



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