Feathered Thorn (Colotois pennaria, (Linnaeus, 1761))

General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light, males more often than females.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 19-23mm.
Foodplant(s): oaks (Quercus spp.), hawthorns (Crataegus spp.), Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris), Dog-rose (Rosa canina), birches (Betula spp.), Hazel (Corylus avellana), Goat Willow (Salix caprea), Black Poplar (Populus nigra), elms (Ulmus spp.), broadleaved trees
Flying: One generation, mid September-early December
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Woodland, parks and gardens.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Dobarsko, Rila Mtns., 30th July 2017. Light trap. Female.

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07663 Feathered Thorn Colotois pennaria, (Linnaeus, 1761)

BF1923 (ABH70.244)