Noctuidae: Hadeninae

09725 Large Ranunculus Polymixis flavicincta, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF2252 (ABH73.237)

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 17-22mm.
Foodplant(s): Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), Daisy (Bellis perennis), Rosebay Willowherb (Chamerion angustifolium), Red Valerian (Centranthus ruber), mints (Mentha spp.), delphineums (Delphineum spp.), ragworts (Senecio spp.), herbaceous plants
Flying: One generation, September-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Suburban habitats, wasteground and coastal cliffs.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Feathered Ranunculus Polymixis lichenea
Dobarsko, Rila Mtns. 21st July 2012. Light trap.
Dobarsko, Rila Mtns. 21st July 2012. Light trap.
 Photo © Nick Greatorex-Davies
Small Ranunculus Hecatera dysodea


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Green, white, yellow, black, brown, pink
No. of Proleg Pairs:
5