Noctuidae: Hadeninae

09649 Deep-brown Dart Aporophyla lutulenta, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF2231 (ABH73.231)

 2010-2016
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 2019

General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

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

Forewing length: 15-18mm.
Foodplant(s): Broad-leaved Dock (Rumex obtusifolius), Common Sorrel (Rumex acetosa), Broom (Cytisus scoparius), Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa), Field Gromwell (Lithospermum arvense), Annual Meadow-grass (Poa annua), Tufted Hair-grass (Deschampsia cespitosa), broadleaved shrubs, grasses
Flying: One generation, September-October
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Open habitats, grassland, heathland and coastal areas on chalky or lighter soils.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Feathered Brindle Aporophyla australis
Black Rustic Aporophyla nigra


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